Cut your Council Tax payment for next month without claiming a discount

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Households across Scotland will see energy bills rise this winter after the price cap increased at the start of October. Those on the standard tariff with - typical, average usage - will pay an extra £2.93 per month, some £35 over the year. ‌

However, as the weather turns colder and most households start using more heating and electricity, monthly bills could be much higher. Coupled with higher Council Tax bills this financial year, it could put additional pressure on budgets this winter. ‌

But, there is a simple way to offset higher costs between now and the end of March. For people worried about keeping up with their Council Tax bills, a simple solution - that anyone paying their bill by Direct Debit can do - is to extend the scheduled payments from 10 m