Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: October 1, 2024

Purpose:

Content: Agreed that 1.    The Council undertakes a consultation with the public and major precepting authorities for the introduction of a new income banded / grid scheme for working age applicants with effect from 01 April 2025, intended to simply the application process, increase LCTS take up, mitigate frequent reassessment of council tax bills as a consequence of Universal Credit changes, and to increase the overall level of support for the lowest income families. 2.    The results of the consultation and any recommended changes to the scheme are made to Full Council in January 2025 with a view to any revised scheme being adopted for 2025/26.