Yes, you can set up a Direct Debit even if you haven't had one before. In Birmingham, you can use the online service for Council Tax or Housing Rents to set it up. You'll need your Council Tax reference number, or for business rates, your 10-digit account number, along with the account number and sort code of the bank account from which payments will be taken.
Here's a quick summary of what you'll need to do:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Register for or sign in to your BRUM account. |
| 2 | Access the 'Council Tax Online' or 'Housing Rents Online' services. |
| 3 | Provide your relevant account information. |
Make sure you're listed as the holder of the bank account you're using. If you want to start the process now, you can visit this link for Council Tax or this link for Housing Rents.