We’ve recently experienced several fires at the BIFFA waste processing facility in Aldridge caused by vapes or batteries being incorrectly disposed of in household waste bins. It is really important not to put vapes in your household bins as they contain built-in batteries which become extremely dangerous when compacted. Under pressure, batteries can ignite - and that's exactly what has happened.

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We are in contact with all known rough sleepers in the district to encourage them into accommodation during this warm spell as part of our severe weather emergency protocol. If you are concerned about a rough sleeper that you feel needs help, please call us on 01543 308000 or outside of office hours call 01527 406643.

Our severe weather emergency protocol is now active

Council tax discounts and exemptions

Discount for annexes

A 50% reduction is available for people living in annexes, provided they are related to the person liable to pay the council tax of the main residence.

A discount is also available for people living in properties with an unoccupied annex that is being used as part of the main residence.

To apply, please contact contact our customer services team on 01543 308900, Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm, or email revenues@lichfielddc.gov.uk.