Early Adoption of Council Tax Collection and Enforcement Reforms
September 14, 2026 Executive Member (Customer, Streetscene and Environment) (Cabinet member) Approved View on council websiteFull council record
Decision
- To approve the early adoption of the following council tax collection and enforcement measures:
a. extending the timeframe before a person loses the right to pay in instalments, until at least 63 days after the first missed payment.
b. earlier identification and support for vulnerable and terminally ill households.
c. the continued use of discretion to pause or delay enforcement in appropriate cases.
Supporting Documents
Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 14 Sep 2026 |
| Effective from | 22 Sep 2026 |
| Lead officer | Alison Wilding |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |