council tax
People are being illegally imprisoned for failing to pay council tax
Half of council tax imprisonments could be against the law, with some of the poorest people paying the price. But justice activists are challenging the government.
A House Divided: Rising property prices are driving inequality
The housing market is becoming a wealth fountain for the rich
Mansion tax vs Council tax part 2: council tax reform – pros and cons
Introducing new bands at the top, as suggested by opponents of the Mansion Tax, won't amount to the comprehensive reform we need
Mansion tax vs Council tax: don’t believe the hype
The mansion tax isn't just a short-term revenue raiser - it’s also popular
What the local government finance settlement means for council budget
Local government finance enters the new year on a knife edge.
The mansion tax: how to make it work for Londoners
By introducing a mansion tax based on the last sale price of a property, rather than the current market value, the tax would hit only those who could afford to pay it, writes Tom Copley.