Council tax3 days agoLondon boroughs challenge PM on council tax hikesIt follows reforms meaning more money is directed to deprived areas while wealthy areas get less.3 days ago4 days agoCouncil chief fears over authority funding gapsA council's deputy leader says rural councils suffered more in funding deals from government.4 days ago4 days agoBudget pressures could mean further council tax rises, leaders warnCurrent figures suggest Welsh authorities are facing a shortfall of more than £272m in 2027-28.4 days ago10 Aug 2026Four London boroughs 'to pay 55% of mansion tax'The council tax surcharge is a levy of between £2,500 and £7,500 on properties worth £2m or more.10 Aug 20263 Aug 2026Second homeowners demand halt to double tax policyThe 100% council tax premium was introduced following concerns about a lack of housing for locals.3 Aug 202631 Jul 2026Concerns raised over council's £900m debtCouncillor Patrick Lambert fears taxpayers will be left liable for the authority's debts.31 Jul 202630 Jul 2026Council tax blunder leaves residents seeing redDirect debit payments to South Kesteven District Council were taken early by mistake.30 Jul 202628 Jul 2026Second home owners 'feel unwelcome' while locals struggle to buyAre second homes - a hotly contested topic in Wales - pricing young people out of areas they grew up in?28 Jul 202624 Jul 2026Council tax freeze ruled out by Reform leaderCouncillor Stephen Place says the authority's finances are dependent on a 4.99% rise each year.24 Jul 2026...
