Written Question·Treasury·UIN 126750
Council Tax: Surcharges
Tabled: 13 April 2026
Answered: 21 April 2026
Question
David Simmonds
Conservative — Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what estimate she has made of the successful appeal rate against valuations for the new council tax surcharge.
Answer
Dan TomlinsonHMRC Valuation Office is developing its approach to the High Value Council Tax Surcharge. The Government recognises the importance of the right to appeal and will consult on the details of this in 2026.