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Council Tax

Council tax is a local tax paid by households to fund services like rubbish collection, libraries and policing. The amount you pay depends on your property band and where you live. Some people qualify for discounts.

Council tax is based on property bands A to H (England and Scotland)
Single occupants get a 25% discount
Full-time students are exempt
Band D rates range from £1,000 to £2,500+ per year depending on the council
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