‘My Account’ users top 20,000!
It’s quick and easy, and more than 20,000 people in Pembrokeshire have now signed up for it.
‘My Account’ is Pembrokeshire County Council’s online facility helping people to access services.
Since it was launched just over two years ago the number of users has grown steadily, topping 20,000 earlier this week.
“The feedback from residents is very positive, saying that the service is simple to use, saves them time and provides useful information,” said Gareth Johnson, the County Council’s web manager.
‘My Account’ provides members of the public with access to a range of Council services, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The newest feature is the Council Tax e-Billing facility which allows residents to receive their council tax bill online rather than through the post.
Gareth said: “e-Billing makes it quicker and easier for residents to find all the information they need about their council tax account online. It is completely secure, free and simple to use.
“Signing up for the new service means that residents can view a full statement of their council tax account, a list of payments due and the amount, plus print out copy bills if required.
“It also provides a swift and easy way of making and managing council tax payments and helps protect the environment by saving paper.”
He added: “Residents who sign up for Council Tax e-Billing before 11th March 2016 will be entered into a free prize draw to win a Vodafone Smart Tab 4G (kindly donated by Vodafone UK).”
The e-Billing facility is one of the many improvements being made to the Council’s online services.
Other services include being able to request a bulky goods collection, report a broken streetlight, apply for copy certificates, pay housing rent, and much more besides.
Users can also receive notifications if the Cleddau Bridge or their local school need to close; get reminders of their waste and recycling collections, find their nearest recycling point and more.
Gareth said: “We are always happy to receive ideas of how the service can be improved and expanded. Suggestions can be emailed to us at webteam@pembrokeshire.gov.uk”
If you haven’t signed up for ‘My Account’ yet, you can activate your account by visiting Pembrokeshire County Council’s website at www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/myaccount
For more information on e-Billing, view: www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/ebilling
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