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<p>Links to a factsheet which explains the banding system for Council Tax for people over 60, exemptions and discounts, and who has to pay it. Also gives some brief information about claiming Council Tax Benefit.</p>
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<p>Information on what to do if If you think that the council has made a mistake with your council tax bill, and how you can ask the council to look at the bill again.</p>
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<p>Information on council tax benefit and second adult rebate including who can claim, how to claim, disputes, appeals and backdating.</p>
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<p>Explains your rights if bailiffs come to your home to try and collect council tax arrears. It explains what you should do, what the bailiffs are allowed to do, and how to complain if a bailiff acts illegally.</p>
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<p>A guide to claiming help with Council tax for people over 60. Gives examples to show how these benefits are calculated.</p>
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