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Rayner hints at scrapping single occupant council tax discount
Angela Rayner did not dismiss the possibility of eliminating the council tax exemption for single occupants yesterday. This discount reduces bills by 25% for individuals living alone, irrespective of their economic status. For someone in a Band D property, this means a saving of approximately £500 annually. Councils are urging the Government to remove the discount and lift the five…