Council tax14 hrs agoTerminally ill woman urging council tax exemptionA Carlisle woman with terminal cancer campaigns for council tax relief for end-of-life patients.14 hrs ago5 days agoFour years of council tax rises backed by officersMaximum council tax increases are “essential for financial sustainability” say officers.5 days ago21 Aug 2026London boroughs challenge PM on council tax hikesIt follows reforms meaning more money is directed to deprived areas while wealthy areas get less.21 Aug 202620 Aug 2026Council chief fears over authority funding gapsA council's deputy leader says rural councils suffered more in funding deals from government.20 Aug 202620 Aug 2026Budget pressures could mean further council tax rises, leaders warnCurrent figures suggest Welsh authorities are facing a shortfall of more than £272m in 2027-28.20 Aug 202610 Aug 2026Four London boroughs 'to pay 55% of mansion tax'The council tax surcharge is a levy of between £2,500 and £7,500 on properties worth £2m or more.10 Aug 20263 Aug 2026Second homeowners demand halt to double tax policyThe 100% council tax premium was introduced following concerns about a lack of housing for locals.3 Aug 202631 Jul 2026Concerns raised over council's £900m debtCouncillor Patrick Lambert fears taxpayers will be left liable for the authority's debts.31 Jul 202630 Jul 2026Council tax blunder leaves residents seeing redDirect debit payments to South Kesteven District Council were taken early by mistake.30 Jul 2026...
