Decision details

To agree the Council Tax Reduction Scheme for 2017/18.

Matter for Decision

To continue with the current Council Tax reduction scheme.

Decision of the Executive Councillor for Finance and Resources

     i.        To agree to continue the current Council Tax Reduction Scheme framework with changes in applicable amounts and premiums as defined within the scheme.

    ii.        In doing so the Council will continue to support low-paid workers already struggling to cope with stagnant wages, rising living costs and ongoing reductions in tax credits and other in- work support.

Reason for the Decision

As set out in the Officer’s report.

Any Alternative Options Considered and Rejected

Not applicable.

Scrutiny Considerations

The Committee received a report from the Head of Revenue and Benefits.

The Committee resolved by 4 votes to 0 to endorse the recommendations.

The Executive Councillor approved the recommendations.

Conflicts of Interest Declared by the Executive Councillor (and any Dispensations Granted)

No conflicts of interest were declared by the Executive Councillor.