Don't delay seeking out council tax help

Lanarkshire residents struggling to pay their council tax bills have been urged not to delay seeking help.

- ROSS THOMSON

Advice Direct Scotland, which runs the free moneyadvice.scot service, said stricter recovery policies are likely to have the biggest impact on vulnerable people.

The charity revealed last month that some households were already facing council tax debts of up to £15,000 before rates rose across the country at the start of April.

Advice Direct Scotland is aware of councils moving more quickly to recover debt, with those who are already struggling with energy and living costs most likely to be affected.

The charity is able to support anyone affected by council tax recovery changes, and can guide worried households through the process if they miss a payment.