Consultation on Potential Reduction - Council Tax Support Scheme
October 1, 2026 Cabinet Member for Value for Money and Finance (Cabinet member) Key decision Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Cabinet Member for Value for Money and Finance approved the launch of a consultation on a potential reduction to the Council Tax Support Scheme from 1 April 2027. This decision was made on 01/10/2026.
The Cabinet Member for Finance and Council Reform approved the recommendations of the Discretionary Housing Payment Review Advisory Panel meeting of 16 April 2026. This decision was made on 7 May 2026.
Gerald Almeroth, Executive Director of Finance and Resources, consented to the preparation of a new lease for a retail unit at 91 Tachbrook Street. This decision was made under delegated officer powers.
The Cabinet Member for City Management approved the award of three concession contracts for the Parking Debt Management Service to CDER Group Limited, Marston (Holdings) Limited, and Newlyn PLC. This decision was made on 3 September 2026.
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Purpose
The Cabinet Member will consider approval to proceed to a consultation process in relation to a potential reduction in the Council’s current 100% Council Tax Support scheme.
Decision
Decision Taken: The Cabinet Member for Value for Money and Finance has approved the launch of a consultation with the City’s existing working age Council Tax Support scheme claimants and interested parties as set out in this report in respect of a potential change to the scheme from 1 April 2027.
Reason for Decision: The Council is required to undertake consultation before making any significant changes to its council tax support scheme. Approving the consultation will enable residents, stakeholders, and partner organisations to provide feedback on potential options for a revised scheme, ensuring that any future decision is evidence-based, takes account of the potential impacts on residents, including equality considerations, and enables the council to target support at those households in greatest need.
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Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Lead officer | Gwyn Thomas |