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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
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Christopher Megrath

Martin Lewis explains what to do if you are not eligible for the automatic council tax rebate

Martin Lewis said people can apply for a discretionary £150 from their local council if they are not automatically eligible for the rebate.

The Money Saving Expert appeared on Good Morning Britain to share advice on how people can grab back some money if they are not eligible for the council tax rebate. From April 1, energy bills are expected to rise as the average household on default tariffs will see their bills increase by £693 a year, while those using prepayment meters will see a hike of £708.

The council tax rebate has been implemented to help those struggling with the energy bill increase with payments of up to £150. But not everyone will be entitled to it.

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