What happens if you don't pay your council tax

  1. If you don't pay your council tax overview

    This is the legal process we follow if you don't pay your council tax, including reminders and court proceedings.

  2. Court summons

    If you do not pay your council tax or do not keep to an agreement to pay, we will issue you with a court summons.

  3. Liability order issued

    Once a liability order has been issued, there are various options we can use to recover money that is owed.

  4. Dispute a court summons or liability order

    Find out how to dispute a court summons or a liability order you have received.