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Vicky Brownridge, chief executive of debt charity Stepchange, said: “Our advisers are acutely aware of the depth of the council’s tax solvency problem.
“With one of those coming to Stepchange behind on this bill, these latest figures come as no surprise to us and point to a debt-ridden system with little or no constructive exit.”
It will be of concern to anyone struggling to find out whether charities are eligible for council tax rebates and grants.
they They vary by council area., Externalbut include:
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25% discount for adults living alone
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Full-time students are fully exempt from council tax
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Being able to apply to move to another council tax band for people with disabilities
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Help pay for low income people Council tax support, ExternalBut this essentially requires application. The system is different in Northern Ireland where you can claim housing benefit.
Charities, such as the National Debt Line, say local authorities need more money to provide support that varies widely.
Councils have also long campaigned to end the use of bail bondsmen. Threats of court and arrestOpposing that it stops people who need help by not paying.
In April, the government announced plans to change the council tax collection system in England, including a change to payments over 12 months instead of the current 10.
root Recommendations, ExternalThose struggling to pay will be given 63 days, about two months, to settle their bills.
There will also be a requirement for councils to work together on a sustainable payment plan. Many councils have asked people to pay for the year after missing a month’s payment.
The changes can be seen next year.
