5% council tax increase for millions of households in England, raising the average annual bill by £106.
Millions of households in England face a 5% council tax increase, raising the average annual council tax bill by £106, as local authorities seek to maximise revenue to support struggling services. The cost for an average Band D property will rise by 5% to £2,171, with all 153 top-tier councils using some or all of the 2% social care precept. This results in a total council tax requirement in England of £41.2 billion, up by £2.5 billion compared to 2023/24.
March 21, 2024
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