Politics · 1 November 2025
Reeves Considers Higher Council Tax Bands for Expensive Homes in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly weighing plans to introduce new higher council tax bands targeting owners of high-value properties in England. The proposal, expected to feature in the upcoming Autumn Budget, would modernise a system still based on 1991 valuations. Critics warn such a move could hit regions with soaring property prices, while supporters argue it would ensure wealthier homeowners pay a fairer share. No final decisions have been announced regarding whether this proposal will be implemented.
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