Make sure your email is genuine

Please be aware that some emails received by residents regarding late payments are not from the council. If you are unsure, you can check your online account, pay online or contact us. Learn more on these types of emails at National Cyber security.

Apply for money off Council Tax if you are a member of a religious community

You will be disregarded for Council Tax purposes if you are a member of a religious community where the principal occupation is:

  • prayer
  • contemplation
  • education
  • the relief of suffering

To qualify, you must:

  • have no income or capital of your own (disregarding any income from a pension from any previous employment)
  • be dependent on the community to provide your material needs

Evidence required

You will need to provide evidence of your:

  • membership of the religious community
  • income and dependency on the community for your needs

Apply for money off Council Tax

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