Hey there, UK taxpayers! If you’re wondering whether Muslims have to pay council tax in the UK, you’ve landed in the right spot. This is a question that pops up more often than you’d think, sometimes fuelled by myths floating around online. So, let’s cut through the noise and get to the facts. In this first part, we’re laying the groundwork: what council tax is, who’s on the hook for it, and whether religion—like being Muslim—changes the game. Spoiler alert: it’s simpler than you might expect, but there’s plenty to unpack. Let’s get started!