Texts and emails from us about late payments

We will be texting or emailing residents who are late paying their Council Tax. This communication is genuine but if you’d like reassurance you can log in to check your online account or pay online. There is no need to contact us if you've already paid.

Apply for money off Council Tax as the non-British spouse of a student

A person is disregarded for Council Tax if all of the following apply:

  • they are the spouse or dependant of a student
  • they are not a British citizen
  • they are prevented by immigration rules from taking paid employment or from claiming benefits

Evidence required

You will need to provide proof that immigration regulations are preventing you from taking paid employment or claiming benefits in the UK.

Apply for money off Council Tax

Apply by emailing [email protected] with your details and the evidence above.

After you've applied

After you've applied, we will assess your claim and contact you regarding the outcome. You must continue to make payments whilst a discount application is pending.