220多万英国居民可能因为缺乏认识或机会而错过最高达1 500英镑的年度理事会税收支助。
Over 2.2 million UK residents may miss out on up to £1,500 in annual council tax support due to lack of awareness or access.
数以百万计的英国居民可能没有获得理事会税收支助,每年可节省高达1 500英镑。 一份新报告估计,220多万人有资格但没有索赔,2025/26年留下33亿英镑的未索偿资金。
Millions of UK residents may be missing out on council tax support that could save them up to £1,500 annually, with a new report estimating over 2.2 million people are eligible but not claiming, leaving £3.3 billion in unclaimed funds for 2025/26.
是否符合资格取决于收入、福利或家庭情况,但规则因地方当局而异。
Eligibility depends on income, benefits, or household circumstances, though rules vary by local authority.
复杂过程、缺乏认识、数字障碍、健康问题和语言困难使许多人无法申请,包括工作个人和有储蓄的人。
Complex processes, lack of awareness, digital barriers, health issues, and language difficulties prevent many from applying, including working individuals and those with savings.
报告还发现,有241亿英镑的较广泛的与收入有关的福利和社会关税没有申报。
The report also found £24.1 billion in broader income-related benefits and social tariffs unclaimed.
当局敦促民众使用免费工具(如福利计算器)或食品银行及地方理事会的支持,
Authorities urge people to check eligibility using free tools like benefits calculators or support from foodbanks and local councils.