Written questions

Business Rates and Council Tax: Valuation

Commons · Question 26175 · Tabled 1 Sep 2026 · Treasury · Official record

Answered 9 Sep 2026

Question

Asked by David Simmonds

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, with reference to the Valuation Office Agency annual report and accounts, 2025-26, HC401, 9 July 2026, pages 53 and 56, what the nature of the risk is in relation to (a) the introduction of the council tax surcharge

Answer

Answered by James Murray, 9 Sep 2026

As outlined in our annual report and accounts, the risks relating to Revaluation 2029 and High Value Council Tax Surcharge relate to VO delivery and ensuring we mitigate them effectively.