Decision
Analysis
outcome: The consultation on making changes to the Council Tax Reduction Scheme for 2026/27 has been approved.
summary: The decision involves reviewing and potentially making changes to the Council Tax Reduction scheme for 2026/27.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve a consultation on changes to the Council Tax Reduction Scheme for 2026/27.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as changes to the Council Tax Reduction scheme can impact a wide range of income ranges and may affect local stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: ["Council Tax payers", "Low-income households", "Local government officials"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.tunbridgewells.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=3040
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: The Council Tax Reduction scheme is reviewed on an annual basis. This report will make recommendations of changes to the scheme. It will ask for approval to go out to consultation if any changes to the scheme are to be made.
Content: The Council Tax Reduction scheme is reviewed on an annual basis. This report will make recommendations of changes to the scheme. It will ask for approval to go out to consultation if any changes to the scheme are to be made. RESOLVED – That the consultation on making changes to the Council Tax Reduction Scheme for 2026/27 be approved. REASON FOR DECISION: To continue with the new system that has provided a simplified inbuilt claiming process covering a wide range of income ranges.
Date of Decision: July 24, 2025