Council Tax Reduction Scheme 2026-27

February 12, 2026 Cabinet (Cabinet collective) Key decision Approved View on council website

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Summary

...approved changes to the Council Tax Reduction Scheme for working-age claimants, including disregarding unearned income from Universal Credit and adjusting income bands, effective from April 1, 2026.

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Purpose

The purpose of the report is to update Cabinet
on the work undertaken so far on the proposed changes to the
Council Tax Reduction Scheme for working age claimants with effect
from 1 April 2026.

Related Meeting

Cabinet - Thursday 12th February 2026 6.00 pm on February 12, 2026

Supporting Documents

Council Tax Reduction Scheme 2026-27.pdf
Appendix A.pdf
Appendix B.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date12 Feb 2026
Subject to call-inYes