Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: January 14, 2026

Purpose:

Content: Resolved: 1.  That the Council Tax Support scheme for 2026/27, as shown in Annex 1 to the report, be approved. 2.  That the Director of Finance & Revenues, in consultation with the Finance & Resources Portfolio Holder, be authorised to make any necessary changes to the Scheme that are required by the Council Tax Reduction Schemes (Prescribed Requirements) Regulations 2026 when they are confirmed by the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government. 3.  In the event that any new government initiatives are introduced that result in receipt of a grant or an increase in Universal Credit or other government benefits, that the Director of Finance & Revenues, in consultation with the Finance & Resources Portfolio Holder, be authorised to disregard these awards as income in accordance with government guidelines.