Issue - decisions

LOCAL COUNCIL TAX SUPPORT SCHEME 2024/25

18/01/2024 - LOCAL COUNCIL TAX SUPPORT SCHEME 2024/25

1. That Cabinet recommends Full Council approve the Council Tax Support scheme for 2024/25 as follows: -

i) Continuation of the current Council Tax Support scheme, including uprating in line with DWP’s annual update of allowances and premiums for 2024/25, and

ii) The introduction of a class for Care Leavers, up to the age of 25, within the scheme.

2. That Cabinet delegates approval for development of the 2024/25 final scheme policy to the Section 151 Officer in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Finance, including administrative and minor changes.

3. That Cabinet notes a fundamental review of the scheme will be undertaken during

2024/25.