As part of a national fraud initiative, Blackburn with Darwen Council is launching a review of the council tax discount currently awarded to single occupants of homes within Blackburn and Darwen.
This is to ensure local people are paying the correct amount of council tax due for the number of people living in their household.
In Blackburn over 20,000 households are currently claiming a 25 per cent single person discount on their council tax.
Residents who do not live alone but who incorrectly claim a discount could face serious consequences. Any person fraudulently claiming a single person’s discount could be subject to a £1,000 fine and made to pay back any award granted.
During May, review forms will be issued to households currently shown as receiving a discount, requesting they confirm their entitlement before the end of June.
If you wish to notify the Council of any changes in your circumstances please phone (01254) 585585 or email revenues@blackburn.gov.uk
Denise Park, strategic director of resources, said: "This anti-fraud initiative is designed to ensure all discounts awarded to households in the Borough are correct. It will help people avoid a fine if they are unaware of the rules.
"Please fill out and return the form. If there are any changes to the number of occupants within your household you must let us know so we can put together a revised repayment plan for you."
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