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Rossendales and Council Tax
lorpor
Posts: 3 Newbie
Hi all
I’m looking for some advice. We have a council tax debt for 18/19 that stands at £934. I had a payment plan in place with Rossendales of £150 a month, but due to waiting for UC payment to come in, I missed the first payment.
I’ve had a letter from them saying that they can’t allow me anymore time and I have to pay the whole amount or they will proceed with the execution of the warrant.
They won’t accept a payment plan so I panicked and paid £150 straight to the council without speaking to them as I was on hold for ages. I probably shouldn’t have done that!
Is there any way I can get the council to take the debt back? Rossendales terrify me and I don’t have anything of real value for them to take. I’m 15 weeks pregnant and have a 1 year old running around. My husband and I both work, though I’m only part time. We can afford the £150 a month but not any more.
Any advice? I’m at my wits end and scared to open the curtains!
I’m looking for some advice. We have a council tax debt for 18/19 that stands at £934. I had a payment plan in place with Rossendales of £150 a month, but due to waiting for UC payment to come in, I missed the first payment.
I’ve had a letter from them saying that they can’t allow me anymore time and I have to pay the whole amount or they will proceed with the execution of the warrant.
They won’t accept a payment plan so I panicked and paid £150 straight to the council without speaking to them as I was on hold for ages. I probably shouldn’t have done that!
Is there any way I can get the council to take the debt back? Rossendales terrify me and I don’t have anything of real value for them to take. I’m 15 weeks pregnant and have a 1 year old running around. My husband and I both work, though I’m only part time. We can afford the £150 a month but not any more.
Any advice? I’m at my wits end and scared to open the curtains!
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Which council?Unlike some here, I am not omniscient. If I am wrong correct me. I won't take offence.
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Sheffield City Council0
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Council tax is a tough one. If your still living within the boundaries of that particular council, then i suggest you ask if the debt can be added to 2019/2020 bill and divided by 12 months. When you say UC i assume you mean universal credits? If so explain that your claim is delayed but you are entitled. Alternatively your partner could move out and you would be entitled to housing benefit, reduced council tax etc. Seems a bit dishonest but if the council wont help. Plus the top cats at the council make sure they get there lions share out of there budget.This is a system account and does not represent a real person. To contact the Forum Team email forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com0
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Ultimately there's nothing which requires the council to withdraw the case from the enforcement agents but there's nothing to stop you putting you case across to them and asking. Explain the what happened to the council and see what they say.I no longer work in Council Tax Recovery but instead work as a specialist Council Tax paralegal assisting landlords and Council Tax payers with council tax disputes and valuation tribunals. My views are my own reading of the law and you should always check with the local authority in question.0
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Council tax is a tough one.
Can't say it enough but have a read of this. Section 4
https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/content/dam/sheffield/docs/council-tax/who-pays-council-tax/Council%20Tax%20and%20Business%20Rates%20Recovery%20Policy.pdf
It's all to do with making contact with the Council and explaining your situation. They will want paying. The UK has been collecting tax since before it was the UK They know what works and what doesn't. For example read 5.8.5.
Also read Appendix 1 - Vulnerability criteria as you have young childrenUnlike some here, I am not omniscient. If I am wrong correct me. I won't take offence.
The law is like an ocean - have a swim but don't drown.0
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