Domestic rates bills debt hits £1m in Northern Ireland
Domestic rates bills debt in Northern Ireland has surpassed £1 million for the first time, reflecting a significant increase in financial pressure on households. The charity Advice NI reported a more than 50% rise in rates debt last year, with many individuals struggling to balance essential expenses. Experts warn that the ongoing cost of living crisis is likely to exacerbate this issue, leading to more people falling behind on their payments.
- ▪Domestic rates bills debt in Northern Ireland has reached over £1 million for the first time.
- ▪Advice NI reported a more than 50% increase in rates debt last year, highlighting growing financial pressure on households.
- ▪The average rates bill is now £1,239, following a 5% increase in the regional rate.
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Domestic rates bills debt hits £1m in Northern IrelandJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GooglePatrick FeeBusiness correspondent, BBC NIAdvice NIA domestic rates bill is made up of three components: The value of your home, the Stormont rate and your local council rateDebt from domestic rates bills increased by more than 50% last year, according to figures from Advice NI.The charity said the bills are an increasing source of financial pressure, with its debt advice service dealing with more than £1m in total rates debts for the first time.Along with business rates, domestic rates pay for public services at Stormont and council level, as well as projects such as events, tourism, and waste management.The average rates bill is now £1,239, having seen a 5% uplift in the regional rate paid by…
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