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Written question asked by Andrew Mitchell (Conservative) on Wednesday, 26 November 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 1 December 2025. It was answered by Dan Tomlinson (Labour) on Friday, 5 December 2025 on behalf of the Treasury.


Council Tax: Sutton Coldfield

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if she will estimate the number of houses in Sutton Coldfield which will incur council tax surcharges from 2028.

Answer

The High Value Council Tax Surcharge (HVCTS) will apply to owners of properties worth £2 million or above, ensuring those with the most valuable properties pay their fair share. The HVCTS will affect fewer than 1% of all properties across England.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
94638
Session
2024-26
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Council tax Surcharges Sutton Coldfield
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk