Serial council tax rebel locked up

A WOMAN has been jailed for three months for refusing to pay her council tax.

Alison Holmes (47), of Leslie Avenue, Conisbrough, was sent to prison for 90 days when she appeared before Doncaster Magistrates’ Court

Holmes had appeared before magistrates on several occasions for not paying her council tax. 

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She previously received a suspended sentence on condition that she settle her debt at the rate of £100 per month. 

Despite this she failed to make payments and was sent to prison last Monday.

The court action was part of Doncaster Council’s crack-down on non-payers.

Cllr Mark Thompson, Cabinet member for Finance and Corporate Services, said:

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“Mrs Holmes was given numerous opportunities to pay her council tax over a prolonged period of time. 

“She was made well aware of the consequence of her actions but chose to withhold payment.

“Court action is a last resort for Doncaster Council and we work hard to help those struggling to pay access help, advice, benefits and discounts. 

“Unfortunately there are people who refuse to pay their council tax even though they are financially able. 

“We have a duty to all those who do pay on time to make sure they don’t get away with it.”

For advice and information about council tax contact the council on 01302 734454.