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Ruby Flanagan & Kieran Isgin

Council Tax discounts explained - including how some households could end up paying none at all

As the cost of living crisis continues to increase pressure on household finances, many will be looking for ways to cut costs wherever possible.

Fortunately, there are discounts available which could help, especially with council tax bills increasing in April. As Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced in his Autumn Statement, local councils in England and Wales could increase council tax by five per cent without the need for a referendum this year.

It is expected that most, if not all, councils will do this. However, it's not all doom and gloom for taxpayers as you could get money off your council tax depending on your unique circumstances, the Mirror reports.

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