If you receive low earnings or get income support, job seekers allowance, pension credits, employment support allowance or other state benefit, you may claim council tax benefit, which could cover your entire bill. The benefit is means-tested, and is based on how much money you receive, how much savings or capital you have and your family circumstances.

Council tax benefit is not given automatically - you must make a claim.

To apply call the council tax benefit line on 01983 823950

You can find more information on our website under Council Tax Benefit and also on the Department for Work and Pensions Council Tax benefit webpage.www.dwp.gov.uk