The typical annual council tax bill for a Band D is £2,280, so this would rise to £2,394 next year - but here is how to cut your bill

Millions of households are set to see their council tax bill rise by 5% next year - but there are ways to cut your costs.

The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) revealed in documents released after the Budget that it assumes council tax bills in England will rise by this much next year.

This is the maximum councils in England can hike bills by without holding a referendum. This includes a 3% increase, plus an additional 2% for social care.

The typical annual council tax bill for a Band D is £2,280, so this would rise to £2,394 next year. It comes after Rachel Reeves announced a new "mansion tax" on the most expensive homes.

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