Reduce or remove council tax during pandemic
Give council tax holidays away from having to pay, or at the very least reduce it during this time. English government introduced funding to cover those who cannot pay their council tax, but have not found a similar scheme in Scotland.
Why the contribution is important
As a student who has just finished final year, I am expected to start paying council tax in June. I cannot get home due to this pandemic, so must stay in my flat, but simply do not have the funds to afford council tax. Nor do I have student loan anymore - so with no income I am unable to pay council tax at all.
It is unreasonable to charge such high rates when such a large proportion of people are struggling financially right now.
It is unreasonable to charge such high rates when such a large proportion of people are struggling financially right now.
by kirst10 on May 11, 2020 at 10:42AM
Posted by glee67 May 11, 2020 at 10:47
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Posted by Bec May 11, 2020 at 11:03
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Posted by Dave_H May 11, 2020 at 12:11
But i don't under the present rules qualify for any relief as I am only just a bit poor, not destitute.
So I agree giving say 3 months free council tax, to align with the other benefits being for a 3 month period would be an enormous help.
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Posted by Tarogers May 11, 2020 at 12:29
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Posted by Ace May 11, 2020 at 12:30
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Posted by CathyBenson May 11, 2020 at 13:11
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