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Council Tax: Debt Collection

Asked by Mr Will ForsterLiberal DemocratMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 27 April 2026UIN 128514

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Community and Local Government, whether she has assessed the impact of recently announced changes to Council Tax bills and debt collection on local councils.

Answered by Alison McGovern

The government consulted on a range of proposals to modernise and improve the administration of council tax. This consultation received responses from across sectors, including councils. All responses have been carefully considered in shaping the government’s response. The government is committed to working with councils to implement these changes, including assessing any potential new burdens.

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