If people were looking for rate relief, they are going to be disappointed.

Our battle to win rate relief began 10 years ago, when we were first faced with a demand for over £700.

For more information, see the page in this guide on transitional rate relief.

See the page in this guide on rural rate relief.

Local authorities have the discretion to provide rate relief of up to 100 per cent.

He says that if the council gave 100% rate relief, 25% would have to be borne by tax payers£39,195 this year.

If the income has already borne tax at the basic rate relief will be given for that charge.

Empty rate relief will not be available unless this is done.

Local authorities can provide further information on rural rate relief available in their area.

"There is a compelling case for rate relief," he said.