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Government Updates on Council Tax Enforcement Consultation

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has published an information letter providing an update on its technical consultation about improving council tax enforcement. The letter also includes information on the government's ongoing assessment of new burdens related to changes in council tax administration.

The update, published on 1 July 2026 and applicable to England, sets out the areas where the government is seeking views as part of the consultation process. It also provides a link to the consultation for stakeholders to access further details.

For letting agents and inventory clerks, the consultation and assessment may be relevant to future changes in council tax administration and enforcement procedures. The government continues to evaluate the impact of any proposed changes on local authorities.

Further information and the full details of the consultation can be found on the Gov.UK Housing website.