Homeowners hit by rates bill hike

BELFAST – Ulster households are facing financial hardship as predicted higher rates bills start to arrive through letterboxes across the Province.

Many have been left struggling to make ends meet following hikes of up to

Alongside escalating fuel prices and pending water charges next year, many homeowners are being left crippled by domestic bills.

East Belfast MP Peter Robinson yesterday led the criticism of the increased burden on Northern Ireland’s homes.

“A regional rate increase of 19 per cent in a single year cannot be justified and will hit those who are just above the state benefit level particularly hard,” said the DUP MP.

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