Check for Council Tax discounts or exemptions before first payment of new financial year due next month
dailyrecord.co.ukThe latest figures from the Scottish Government show that 460,860 people received a Council Tax Reduction (CTR) in October 2023, which means one-in-five households are being supported through the scheme, which is only available to those living north of the border.
Only people on a low income, resident in Scotland may be eligible for a CTR. The Scottish Government said people who receive a CTR save on average £800 each year and also become eligible for up to 35 per cent off their water and waste charges.
As part of the 2024-25 Scottish Budget the Deputy First Minister Shona Robison made £144 million available to enable local authorities to freeze Council Tax rates at their current levels, in an effort to help every Council Tax payer during the ongoing cost of living crisis.
However, some councils are pressing ahead with rises. The new Council Tax year starts next month which means households will receive their 2024/25 bill this month.
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