10 January 2025The government has published a letter providing an update on regulations changing how the adult social care precept is presented on bills. The Council Tax (Demand Notices and Prescribed Classes of Dwellings)(England)(Amendment) Regulations 2025 ‘remove the requirement for billing authorities to include bespoke information on adult social care precept on council tax demand notices from 2025 to 2026’. They also include an amendment that clarifies ‘the administrative operations of the exceptions to the empty and second homes council tax premiums which may apply to dwellings marketed for sale or let.’
The letter also reminds councils of their discretionary powers within the Homes for Ukraine scheme and provides an update on the Enforcement Conduct Board’s accreditation scheme.
