What is the Council Tax Rebate

The Council Tax Rebate is a one-off payment to help with rising energy costs. 

There is a different rebate for people in council tax bands E to H

Households in England in council tax bands A to D will get £150 from their council from April 2022 as part of the government’s Energy Bills Rebate scheme. 

You will get one payment per household. You do not have to pay the money back. 

Apply for your payment

If you have not recieved your payment, any households in England in council tax bands A to D will need to apply for their payment before the deadline of September 25. Direct Debit payers, signed up before April 2022 have been paid. 

If you need help

Letters have been sent to your home explaining how we can help you to apply for your payment, including in person support through our Advice Hubs.  

You must continue to pay your council tax as normal while you wait for your rebate. You can get help if you’re having problems paying your council tax.