Deductions from wages and benefits
After a liability order has been issued by the magistrates, we have the authority to collect unpaid Council tax by serving an order on your employer or the Department for Work and Pensions.
Deductions from wages
We can order your employer to deduct a regular amount from your wages toward your unpaid Council Tax.
The table below shows the amount to be deducted from weekly earnings.
| Net earnings | Deduction Rate |
|---|---|
| Below £75 | no deduction can be made |
| £75 to £135 | 3% |
| £135 to £185 | 5% |
| £185 to £225 | 7% |
| £225 to £355 | 12% |
| £355 to £505 | 17% |
| Above £505 | 17% for the first £505 and 50% for the remainder |
The table below shows the amount to be deducted from monthly earnings.
| gs | Deduction Rate |
|---|---|
| Below £300 | no deduction can be made |
| £300 to £550 | 3% |
| £550 to £740 | 5% |
| £740 to £900 | 7% |
| £900 to £1,420 | 12% |
| £1,420 to £2,020 | 17% |
| Above £2,020 | 17% for the first £2,020 and 50% for the remainder |
Deductions from benefits
We may be able to apply for deductions if you are receiving Jobseeker's Allowance, Employment and Support Allowance, or Income Support.