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Green Party leader Zack Polanski might owe council tax for his London houseboat, potentially for the last three years. The Green Party admitted he lived on the boat and apologised for an unintentional mistake, stating he's taking steps to pay. Tax lawyer Dan Neidle confirmed boats used as a main residence are liable for council tax.
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