Decision Maker: Policy and Resources Committee, Council
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Purpose:
To consider options for the 2017/2018 scheme
before commencing public consultation.
Decision:
1)
That the findings of the review of the current council tax
reduction scheme that was jointly undertaken with other Kent
authorities be noted;
2)
That the potential impact of the proposed changes to the scheme on
working age claimants with the protected characteristics of
disability, age and sex, under the Equalities Act (2010) be
noted;
3)
That authority be delegated to the Head
of Revenues and Benefits to finalise and commence consultation on
the council tax reduction scheme to be implemented for 2017/18.
Wards Affected: (All Wards);
Contact: Stephen McGinnes Email: stephen.mcginnes@midkent.gov.uk Stephen McGinnes, ext 2310.
Report author: Stephen McGinnes
Publication date: 01/07/2016
Date of decision: 29/06/2016
Decided: 29/06/2016 - Policy and Resources Committee
Effective from: 09/07/2016
Accompanying Documents: