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Grounds for appeal on the basis that the dates are wrong but she has also said to put in that we were effectively made homeless and jobless as a result of the breweries actions.
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The dates used possibly - they can be corrected in many cases though without altering the action the council has taken.
In respect of the second point then being out of a job etc has not effect on the legality of the charge - any withdrawal would be purely discretionary after the council (and, to be truthful, unlikely on those grounds due to the length of time - you'd have more chance asking for withdrawal based on your current situation). You could have an argument if you could demonstrate you were not legally liable for the period in time - there may be possibilities in it to do so, dependent on the exact situation (simply holding the lease does not always make you liable).
If you're in financial difficulties you can apply for
S13A discretionary relief - either against the arrears, your current council tax or both.
Craig
I no longer work in Council Tax Recovery but instead as a self employed consultant. My views are my own reading of the law and you should always check with the local authority in question.