Thousands of households will receive their £150 council tax rebate into bank accounts TODAY
THOUSANDS of households will receive their £150 council tax rebate today.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced the support back in February as part of a package of support for households struggling with the rising cost of living.
People living in properties in council tax bands A-D will be entitled to a one-off cash payment.
But as the payment comes directly from your local council, when you get it will vary based on where you live - although everyone gets the same amount.
It means not everyone will get paid today, but have lucked out earlier than most.
That's because some households could have to wait until September for their payment, as a string of councils have warned of delays.
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Today, 30,000 Hull residents will receive their £150 rebate as Hull City Council has begun processing payments.
The local authority said households will see the money enter the same bank account that you pay your direct debit from, if that's the case.
Not all residents in the area will receive their rebate today, however, and Hull council said households who pay by direct debit will continue to see payments arrive through April and May.
Some councils have said that they will only be making the £150 payment after your April direct debit has been taken.
This means you may have to wait longer if you pay your bill later on in the month.
Those with a direct debit shouldn't have to apply for the cash - you get it automatically, so it's just a case of sitting tight and waiting.
But if you don't pay your council tax by direct debit, you'll have to .
There's not a specific deadline to apply by, but if you don't provide bank account details to the council by the June 30, you could miss out on the cash payment this year.
You won't miss out entirely - instead the £150 will be taken off your 2022/2023 council tax bill.
What if I don't live in Hull?
Councils started sending out payments from April 7, but the exact date you get yours depends on your local authority and if it has your bank details on record.
By the time the scheme has been fully rolled out, four in five households across the UK will get the money, which doesn't have to be paid back.
Council tax bands are based on what a property's value was in 1991, with more expensive properties are charged a higher rate.
You could challenge your council tax band if you think it's wrong, so you don't miss out on the cash.
But beware a revaluation of your band could put you in a lower band where you pay MORE council tax, so consider the risks.
We've looked at how to challenge your council tax band.
And one woman revealed how she saved hundreds when she questioned the band of her property.
What other help can I get with my Council Tax bill?
If you're not eligible for the one-off refund, you should check whether you qualify for any other help.
A separate £144million fund has also been launched which local councils can dish out to vulnerable and low income households.
Each council has been given a different amount, and the support will be worth up to £150 to individuals.
The pot of cash each area gets depends on size and need, so for example Birmingham has £3.6 million, while the Isles of Scilly have £17,550.
Some households can get a separate discount on their council tax bill, while others don't have to pay anything at all.
For example, students and some pension credit claimants are completely exempt from having to pay.
Meanwhile, single people are entitled to 25% off their bill, while an adult living with a student can get 50% off.
If you are on a low income or receiving benefits, you could eligible for a reduction on your council tax.
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The requirements vary depending on where you live, so first step is to check with your local council.
You can apply for a reduction through the .
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