The Coalition Government has introduced new rules for 2013 that mean taxpayers can now choose to pay their bill over 12 months rather than 10.
The move will lower average band D council tax instalments by an average of £24 per month for 10 months and helps tax payers manage their finances.
Legislation passed by the government means that in 2013 council tax payers can now request to pay their bills over a longer period of time, lowering their monthly bills, and so easing the financial burden.