Council Tax

Find out about council tax and whether you have to pay or not - Council Tax Benefit helps pay towards or covers your council tax bill, whether you rent or own your home, or live rent-free.

Claim straight away - Council Tax Benefit is available now.

If you claim Pension Credit, Income Support or Jobseeker's Allowance you
will get a form to claim Council Tax Benefit with your application.

If you do not claim one of these, you can get a Council Tax Benefit claim form from the Department for Work and Pensions website.

You can also get a claim form from your local council. Their phone number and address are in the business numbers section of the phone book, or visit their website for more information.