Problems Paying Council Tax?
If you fail to bring your instalments up to date you will lose the right to pay by instalments and you will then be liable to pay the outstanding balance in full. For a current financial year, where payments by instalment are applicable, a maximum of two reminders can be issued.
Please note you will not have another chance to pay by instalments and no further reminders will be sent.
Any unpaid arrears are recoverable by Summary Warrant proceedings with the addition of a 10% penalty.
Recovery action can lead to:
- you being asked for details of your employment and bank accounts
- your earnings being arrested
- your bank account being arrested
- the sheriff officer being involved in the recovery process
- deductions being made from your income support
Water Direct
In certain circumstances water and sewerage charges can be deducted direct from benefits through the Water Direct Scheme.
Should you require further information or have a problem paying your bill please contact the Debt Recovery Team on 01475 712369 or email debtrecovery@inverclyde.gov.uk
If you are having difficulty with your finances you can also contact Inverclyde Advice First on 01475 715299
Our Sheriff Officers, Alex M Adamson, have their office at 63 Cathcart Street, Greenock, PA15 1DE where payment and private interview facilities are available. The office is open to the public on Mondays and Fridays from 2.00pm to 4.00pm.