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The Latest Breaking News from Council Tax

Tax rise 'wasn't easy decision' according to Wirral council leader

All councillors voted for the council tax rise at a Wirral Council budget meeting

Liverpool Echo

South Ayrshire Council leader 'pleased' to balance books in face of huge savings

Yesterday's budget unveiled a range of savings as well as a council tax rise of five per cent.

Daily Record

Tory councillors voted for tax rise despite campaigning against it

Conservative leader Tom Anderson said they voted for the rise after "having been outvoted by Labour"

Liverpool Echo

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11 things we learnt at an explosive Liverpool Council budget meeting

It was the biggest night of the year in the town hall for a meeting packed with rows, anger and crucial moments

Liverpool Echo

South Ayrshire Council raise council tax by five per cent as budget is revealed

Councillors insisted they had been left with no choice amid a tough financial backdrop.

Daily Record

Find your new Council Tax bill and see how much you will be paying from next month

Council Tax charges for 2023/24 across all 32 local authorities in Scotland are now being issued.

Daily Record

Martin Lewis warns 400,000 homes in wrong Council Tax band and some could be due back payments

There are two checks people can do to see if they are paying too much money to their local council.

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South Lanarkshire councillors approve budget as Council Tax rises

Proposals include a rise in council tax and investments.

Daily Record

Knowsley council tax set to rise as budget gap revealed

Residents in Knowsley likely to see 5% rise in council tax

Liverpool Echo

South Lanarkshire councillors to set the upcoming budget tomorrow

Councillors will vote on tough decisions amid budget uncertainty.

Daily Record

Check if you are due a Council Tax discount of up to £750 before new rates start in April

More than 455,200 people in Scotland were getting money off their Council Tax bill in November 2022.

Daily Record

Amounts Liverpool residents will pay in Council Tax after maximum increase

Liverpool Council is set to raise Council Tax by the maximum allowed 4.99%

Liverpool Echo

Council tax to go up across Liverpool but benefits services saved

Liverpool Council has confirmed its final budget proposals

Liverpool Echo

Millions don't need to pay this one 'priority' bill for the next two months

Most local authorities offer alternative payment methods for Council Tax to help spread the cost, and you can choose which one suits you the best

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Daily Record

Households urged to check for Council Tax savings of up to £750 during ongoing cost of living crisis

More than 455,200 people in Scotland were getting money off their Council Tax bill in November 2022.

Liverpool Echo

Some could pay twice as much council tax in Wirral under proposals

Wirral Council could target those with second homes next year if councillors approve the plans this week

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Some UK households could be eligible for Council Tax bill to be slashed to zero - financial assistance explained

Council Tax is one bill which can vary through discounts, dependent on personal circumstances - with some households across the nation potentially eligible for a 100 per cent discount.

Daily Record

Check for unclaimed Council Tax discounts this month to help boost finances during cost of living crisis

More than 450,000 people were in receipt of a Council Tax Reduction in October 2022.

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Daily Record

More than 456,700 people qualify for monthly Council Tax Reduction - check yours now

You could be eligible to have your Council Tax band lowered or be exempt from paying entirely.

Daily Record

People on PIP may be able to backdate other benefits to the start of their award

An award for PIP or Adult Disability Payment could also lead to housing support and Council Tax discounts.

Manchester Evening News

The Mancunian Way: Hit with 'city centre prices'

Read the Mancunian Way newsletter for Tuesday, November 29, 2022.

Nottingham Post

Millions to start receiving £324 second cost of living payment from tomorrow, HMRC confirms

HM Revenue and Customs has confirmed the date

Daily Mirror

Jeremy Hunt clobbers ALL Brits with barrage of tax rises and cuts as UK in recession

Jeremy Hunt has announced tens of billions of pounds of cuts and stealth tax rises in the Autumn budget statement - from council tax and income tax to energy bills, minimum wage and the state pension and benefits

Daily Record

14 ways to increase your monthly income before New Year

Quickly check if you qualify for benefits, a Council Tax Reduction or a TV licence discount.

Nottingham Post

Second cost of living £324 payment to be sent out from tomorrow to millions

People claiming certain benefits can expect to see the sum of money over the next couple of weeks

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