Hammersmith and Fulham Council has approved a new 25% Council Tax discount for veterans, set to be introduced from April 2026. The decision was made during a Full Council meeting on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, as part of the Council Tax Support Scheme for the upcoming financial year.
This new discount aims to recognise the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces community and coincides with the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
To be eligible for the discount, veterans living in the borough will need to hold an HM Armed Forces Veteran Card. The meeting information implies that an application or verification process will be needed, rather than the discount being applied automatically.
The council's meeting documents, including the Public reports pack 28th-Jan-2026 19.00 Full Council, outline the details of the Council Tax Support Scheme for 2026-27. The information available does not specify any income thresholds or other financial considerations that might affect a veteran's eligibility for this discount; it is presented as a benefit for those holding the veteran card.
The Council has maintained its commitment to providing 100% support for the most vulnerable residents through its Council Tax Support Scheme, representing a £10.27 million investment. This stance has been upheld despite reductions in central government funding.