Hundreds of council tax discounts could be removed after auditors uncovered “pervasive” errors with the SIC”s system. The SIC currently provides discounts or exemptions to almost half of the 11,500 homes throughout the isles. However a recent review of council tax found problems with almost half of the 60 cases investigated. The review found discounts or exemptions had either been incorrect, not due, or issued with insufficient evidence to confirm their suitability. He also noted the council had no policy on whether to make use of powers to charge double council tax on long-term empty homes or second homes.

Source: The Times November 14, 2023 13:33 UTC