council tax
Published on February 28, 2022 at 3:11 pm
Rossendale Borough Council is encouraging all residents that do not already pay council tax by direct debit to register to do so by 17 March.
The Government has announced measures to help households with rising energy bills and this includes a £150 Council Tax rebate for homes in bands A-D.
A council spokesperson said: “If people pay for their council tax via direct debit, then this money will automatically be sent direct to their bank account, and they will not be required to fill in any applications for the rebate.
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Published on February 3, 2020 at 1:34 pm
Plans for next year’s budget are to be presented to members of the overview and scrutiny as the Council continues its budget setting process.
Over the last few years, the Council has been hit by significant cuts to its central government grants.
It has meant the Council has had to generate additional income locally, mainly through increased business rates and Council tax revenue.
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Published on February 1, 2019 at 3:12 pm
Rossendale Council has outlined its budget plans for the coming year as it continues its efforts to balance the books.
Over the last few years, the Council has been hit by significant cuts to its central government grants.
It has meant the Council has had to generate additional income locally, mainly through increased business rates and Council tax revenue.
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Published on December 17, 2018 at 10:32 am
Lancashire has been selected as one of a number of areas to take part in a national pilot allowing councils including Rossendale to retain 75 per cent of growth in business rates.
Rossendale Council welcomed the news.
Andrew Walmsley, Portfolio Holder for Resources, said:
“Although only for 2019/20, this is good news for us as it will help provide a bit more financial stability for the councils involved.
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