Purpose

To consider the recommendation.

Decision

RESOLVED THAT:

1. 1.    the outcome of the consultation on the Local Council Tax Support Scheme in Appendix 3 is noted;
2. 2.    the Local Council Tax Support Scheme for working age customers in Appendix 4 and summarised in Appendix 5 is approved as the preferred option for 2025/26.
3. 3.    the proposed scheme is adopted and Council is recommended to approve and adopt the proposed Local Council Tax Support Scheme for working age customers for 2025/26.
4. 4.    Council is recommended to give authority to the Deputy Chief Executive in consultation with the Cabinet Member Finance and Assets to uprate any premiums, allowances and determine the income levels in line with any increase in Welfare Benefits by 21 February 2025.