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Q&A 20.07.26 Consolidated Fund, liability orders, utilities

This live No Tax for War Q&A Zoom session took place on 20 July 2026, hosted by Chandrahas with Chris and Hugh responding to questions. 

In response to a question, Chris explained how council tax is credited to the Consolidated Fund in accounting terms even though individual householders’ payments are shown as being held locally. He pointed towards the Office for Budget Responsibility’s reports for clear evidence of the process, but observed that this was nonetheless made difficult to track. Hugh flagged that councils cannot escape the argument that mandated staff PAYE and NI deductions automatically go to the Fund, which means council taxpayers’ payments are indirectly funding war. 

Other key topics include:

  • The legal basis for non-payment of taxes — key legislation, including the Taxes Management Act 1970, the Terrorism Act 2000, and the International Criminal Court Act 2001 (plus the Scottish version).
  • Enforcement officers — practical steps to take to keep them at bay, including requiring a valid court order.
  • Liability orders — distinguishing between a genuine court summons and a document issued by a council.
  • Utility bills — how the No Tax for War deed of trust can be used to withhold payments, including how staff PAYE/NI deductions go direct to the Consolidated Fund.
  • Partial tax withholding — why historical case law shows this doesn’t work and how the Terrorism Act 2000 and ICC Act 2001 changed the legal landscape. 


The next Q&A will be on Monday 3 August at 7pm. 

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Definition: Fiduciary

A fiduciary is person or organisation in a position of trust who has a legal duty to act in good faith and in the best interests of another party, such as a trustee for beneficiaries of a trust.

Placing your home in a separate trust

Creating a distinct legal trust specifically for your primary residence. This ensures that your home is no longer legally “owned” by you as an individual, but held in trust for your benefit. Doing so may offer protection against enforcement action by councils or creditors, especially if you are challenging council tax or other state demands. It is a precautionary step to reduce the risk of property seizure or legal intimidation. Legal advice is recommended before proceeding.

Definition: Trusts

A trust is a legal tool that ring-fences your money until certain conditions are met. The Make War History Taxation Trust is a conditional, revocable trust to withhold tax until it’s proven it won’t be used unlawfully — for example, to fund war. 

Definition: Promissory Note

A Promissory Note is a legally binding promise to pay — but only once the trust’s conditions are met. It shows you’re not refusing to pay tax outright, just demanding it be used lawfully. This adds weight to your position and ensures the legal system recognises your intent.