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Council Tax

Asked by David SimmondsConservativeMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 21 May 2026UIN 453

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To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to his Department's Council tax information letter 3/2026 published on 15 April 2026, whether a new burdens payment will be made to local authorities further to th

Answered by Alison McGovern

The government, in its response to the council tax administration consultation, committed to conduct a New Burdens assessment to ensure changes are appropriately funded. The published response can be found here.

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