Frequently Asked Questions

Question:

Do Council Taxpayers subsidise those who receive Council Tax Benefit?

Answer:

Council Tax Benefit is assistance provided by billing authorities to adults on low incomes to help them pay their council tax bill. The cost to authorities of council tax benefit is almost exclusively met by Central Government Grant. The Council would wish to ensure that everyone gets whatever help they are entitled to and actively encourages claims for support. It is the individuals right but older people often are reluctant to seek help.

 

Contact for further information:  Principal Financial Policy Manager, Tel: 01432 261865
Email: smc@herefordshire.gov.uk

Last Updated: 07 December 04,

Review Date: 20 September 2005