Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to provide the Valuation Tribunal for England with additional resources to deal with further tribunals following the introduction of the high value council tax surcharge.

MHCLG sponsors and funds the Valuation Tribunal for England (VTE). The Department keeps the VTE’s funding under review to ensure it can respond to any appeals within the local tax system. Any additional burdens that result from new taxes will need to be funded. The government will consult on the design and operation of the High Value Council Tax Surcharge early in 2026.