Contents

  1. Message from the Leader of the Council
  2. Council Tax for 2026/27
  3. Environment Agency
  4. Help with your finances, bills and Council Tax
  5. Greater London Authority

4. Help with your finances, bills and Council Tax

We know these are challenging and difficult times for many families and households and some face uncertainty and hardship. Help and advice is available and if you are experiencing difficulties or worried about your finances there are ways that the Council and organisations we work with can help.

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If you are on a low income and having problems paying your Council Tax, you can apply for the Council Tax reduction scheme.

Anyone of working age is required to pay a minimum of the first 25% of their Council Tax bill, although pensioners will still be able to receive maximum support.

If you think you may qualify for help with paying your Council Tax, you can apply for Council Tax Support online.

If you wish to spread your payments over 12 instalments instead of 10 please contact us as soon as you receive the new Council Tax bill.

If you would like independent financial advice, there are organisations that can help, including:

  • Citizens Advice
  • Christians Against Poverty
  • New Community Debt Advice Service
  • Step Change Debt Charity
  • Shelter

You can find more information about benefits and financial help on our benefits and financial help page.

Greenwich and Bexley Credit Union

The credit union is a not-for-profit financial co-operative open to local residents and supported by the Council. Members can save regularly and apply for small loans.

Find out more on the Greenwich and Bexley Credit Union website or call 020 8855 4344.