GOV UK,Council Tax information letter 2/2025: Local Council Tax Support schemes for 2025-26

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Council Tax information letter 2/2025: Local Council Tax Support (CTS) schemes for 2025-26

This letter provides information about Local Council Tax Support (CTS) schemes for 2025 to 2026. This is a discretionary scheme funded and administered by local authorities as part of the wider Council Tax Reduction Scheme.

To receive a reduction your circumstances must fall within local criteria set by your local authority. This could include: * Being on a low income * Being unemployed * Being disabled * Being a student

You must apply to your local authority to get Council Tax Support. You can do this online or by post using the application form they provide.

The amount of support you get will depend on your circumstances and your local authority’s scheme. You can find contact information for your local authority on GOV.UK.

What is new for 2025 to 2026

From April 2025, there will be some changes to CTS. These changes are designed to make the system fairer and more efficient.

  • The minimum level of support will be increased from 80% to 90%. This means that everyone who is eligible for CTS will get at least a 90% reduction in their Council Tax bill.
  • The maximum level of support will be reduced from 100% to 95%. This means that no one will be able to get their Council Tax bill completely written off.
  • The income thresholds for CTS will be increased. This means that more people will be eligible for support.

How to apply for CTS

To apply for CTS, you must contact your local authority. You can do this online or by post. You can find contact information for your local authority on GOV.UK.

Additional information

The following links provide additional information about CTS:

Council Tax information letter 2/2025: Local Council Tax Support schemes for 2025-26

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