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Council Tax: Greater London

Asked by Sir James CleverlyConservativeMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 8 September 2026UIN 20076

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, pursuant to the answer of 13 July 2026 to Question 15748 on Council tax: Greater London, what the methodological base was for the calculation of the £150 increase in Band D council tax.

Answered by Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

As set out in the answer given to Question UIN 15748 on 13 July 2026, the estimate made by the government assumes a 3% core principle, a 2% adult social care precept and a £150 increase in Band D council tax.

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