The news that council tax is set to double for some homeowners in London certainly grabs the attention. At a glance, yes, it’s disconcerting that in a cost-of-living crisis that seems to be only getting worse, we could be about to pay more for the privilege of living in this very expensive city.
But be not afraid. It’s very likely that this will not apply to you, dear reader. It should be something to pique every Londoner’s anger, but for very different reasons. The 100 per cent council tax hikes, due to come into effect this April, are squarely aimed at those who own more than one home, particularly those who leave a property vacant.
