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Written question asked by James Cleverly (Conservative) on Friday, 10 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 April 2026. It was answered by Alison McGovern (Labour) on Monday, 20 April 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


Second Homes: Council Tax

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, pursuant to the answer of 17 November 2025, to Question 87780, on Second Homes: Council Tax, whether the Valuation Tribunal Service has issued ad hoc guidance or made rulings on this issue.

Answer

The Valuation Tribunal for England (VTE) is an independent judicial body that hears council tax and business rates appeals. The Valuation Tribunal Service provides administrative services to the VTE and publishes the VTE’s appeal decisions on an online portal which can be found on their website here. The VTS does not issue guidance on Council Tax second home premiums.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
124732
Session
2024-26
Related items
Second Homes: Council Tax
Monday, 17 November 2025
Written questions
House of Commons
Second Homes: Council Tax
Monday, 22 June 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Council tax Second homes Valuation Tribunal Service
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk