Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 22, 2025

Purpose:

Content: That   1.  The Equality Impact Assessment at Appendix 1 of the report be noted.   2.  The outcome of the public consultation at Appendix 2 and 3 of the report be noted.   3.  It be noted that the Council Tax Support scheme from 2025/26 restricts the calculation of entitlement for working-age claimants to 50% of the households’ Council Tax liability.   4.  It be agreed that the Council Tax scheme is simplified from April 2025 as set out in paragraph 3.2 of the report.   5.  It be recommended to Council that the Council Tax Support scheme from 2025/26 increases the Discretionary Hardship Fund to £260k per annum.