The Council Tax is a way of raising money to pay for the services provided by a local council. These include for example services like education, social services, libraries, refuse collection, street lighting and leisure.

The Council Tax is based on the value of a property. All homes are subject to the Council Tax. These include flats and houses whether rented or owned and whether lived in or not. There is one Council Tax bill for each domestic property. The bill can be reduced for people who live on their own and for some people with disabilities.

Council Tax Bands 2011/12 and where it goes

The actual amount of Council Tax you pay will depend on which Council Tax band your property is in. Over 80% of people in Tamworth pay less than the Band D charge. Any discounts and benefits you are entitled to receive may reduce your charge.

If you have any questions regarding Council Tax, please contact:
The Council Tax Team, Tamworth Borough Council, Marmion House, Lichfield Street, Tamworth, Staffs, B79 7BZ

Telephone: 01827 709530
Email: counciltax@tamworth.gov.uk

Tamworth Borough Council has a duty to protect public funds and we may need to check your Council Tax information with other information we hold. We may also exchange information with other agencies, councils, government departments or bodies administering public funds to:

• make sure the information is accurate
• detect crime
• protect public funds

If you wish to know more about the information about you or the way we use it please write to the information officer at Tamworth Borough Council or e-mail foimailbox@tamworth.gov.uk