Written questions

Council Tax: Surcharges

Commons · Question 126750 · Tabled 13 Apr 2026 · Treasury · Official record

Answered 21 Apr 2026

Question

Asked by David Simmonds

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what estimate she has made of the successful appeal rate against valuations for the new council tax surcharge.

Answer

Answered by Dan Tomlinson, 21 Apr 2026

HMRC Valuation Office is developing its approach to the High Value Council Tax Surcharge. The Government recognises the importance of the right to appeal and will consult on the details of this in 2026.