Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 84616

Council Tax: Reform

Tabled: 23 October 2025
Answered: 29 October 2025

Question

Catherine McKinnell

LabourNewcastle upon Tyne North

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if she will reform the current council tax system to reduce localised disparities in property valuations.

Answer

Alison McGovern
The valuation of all properties in England is carried out by the Valuation Office Agency (VOA), who undertake this role independently of ministers. The Chancellor makes tax policy decisions at fiscal events. The Government remains committed to keeping all...

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