Martin Lewis' message to anyone who pays council tax in the UK
10.03.2022 - 20:29
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Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has issued an urgent warning to anybody whose home falls within council tax bands A-D, and has a message for those in the bands above.
Speaking on the ITV Martin Lewis Money Show, the finance guru gave some helpful advice on how Brits can try to remain afloat when the cost of living rises from April 1.
Martin discussed topics like water metres and stockpiling stamps, as he attempted to cover everything before the show returns in October.
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As part of the show, Martin touched on the £150 payment people in homes which are in council tax bands A-D will receive to try and help relieve bills.
Martin advised anyone who is eligible for the free payment to set up a direct debit before April 1 to ensure you get it.
He also had a crucial update for anyone challenging their Council Tax band in the hopes of getting it lowered who thinks this will then make them eligible for the £150 Council Tax energy rebate backdated - it won’t.
The financial guru quickly pointed out that anyone who does successfully get their Council Tax band lowered or receives a discount or reduction from their local authority, will receive a much bigger boost than the £150.
Martin was prompted to explain the grey area around backdated payments for the £150 energy rebate after a question from a member of the virtual studio audience.
Jo is currently on band E and is challenging her banding as she believes she should be on band D and has been told it could take up to four months for the process to be completed, says the Daily Record.
She asked Martin: “I’m worried that I’ll lose out on the £150 rebate, what do I do?”
Martin responded: “In the guidance on the £150 Council Tax energy rebate payment that’s due to come in