Council tax arrears hit £8.3bn: Why it’s time to rethink payment support and collection practices
The latest figures released by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government reveal that council tax arrears in Britain have reached a staggering £8.3 billion. With £6.6bn owed in England alone, and sharp increases reported in Scotland (£1.5bn) and Wales (£160m), it’s clear we are facing a growing affordability crisis that cannot be ignored. …