Council tax support made simpler for Exmouth people in need

By The Editor

29th Jul 2021 | Local News

Stock image courtesy of www.gotcredit.com.
Stock image courtesy of www.gotcredit.com.

There is now a new simpler way for people in Exmouth to request help paying their council tax.

A new online portal and form make it much easier for people having financial difficulties, caused by the coronavirus pandemic, to apply for flexibility and reductions to their council tax.

District councillor Paul Millar has been spearheading the creation of the new system, which he hopes will help families and individuals who have had problems keeping up with their bills during the UK lock down.

"East Devon District Council have acceded to my request of offering a simpler mechanism for anyone suffering from financial difficulty due to the Coronavirus to apply for flexibility with their Council Tax instalments, and / or a reduction," said Mr Millar.

Mr Millar has highlighted the areas where your council tax is being used to directly help the community during the coronavirus outbreak.

-Housing residents who have made homelessness applications in the last few days. This includes residents escaping domestic violence.

- Administering housing benefit and discretionary housing payments for residents that need our help

- Supporting voluntary organisations providing emergency food parcels to those who have fallen on hard times.

- Supporting the elderly access the help they need.

- Supporting the survival and future prosperity of our local businesses.

Mr Millar added: "I am very proud to live and represent Exmouth and proud of everyone observing social distance, staying home and saving lives, as well as supporting our amazing doctors and nurses. This is already making a difference. Let's stay positive!"

Last week a spokesperson for East Devon District Council tweeted: "We are not suspending Council Tax instalments but if any Council Tax payer has difficulty in paying their instalments they should contact us and we will assess the matter with them on a case by case basis. Please call: 01395 517446 or email: [email protected]."

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