Council Tax Support Scheme
Councils are currently reviewing and adjusting Council Tax Support Schemes, with a focus on support for vulnerable residents and specific groups.
Harrow Council is reviewing its support for residents facing terminal illness and financial hardship, following a motion approved in October 2026. This examination will look at existing support mechanisms. In July 2026, Labour councillors in Kensington and Chelsea claimed a 4.99% council tax hike and a reduction in council tax support from 100% to 90% for low-income households would increase debt.
Hammersmith and Fulham Council approved a new 25% Council Tax discount for veterans, to be introduced from April 2026, as part of its Council Tax Support Scheme. The council also confirmed it would maintain 100% support for vulnerable residents for the 2026/27 financial year, representing a £10.27 million investment, decisions made in January 2026.
Bromley Council decided to review its Council Tax Support Scheme for the 2026/27 financial year in December 2025, aiming to assist low-income residents. The Council Tax Support Scheme helps eligible residents with their Council Tax payments. No upcoming meetings are listed with this topic on the agenda.
Key facts
- Harrow Council approved a motion in October 2026 to review support for residents facing terminal illness and financial hardship. Source
- In July 2026, Labour councillors in Kensington and Chelsea claimed a reduction in council tax support from 100% to 90% for low-income households. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council approved a 25% Council Tax discount for veterans from April 2026. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council confirmed 100% Council Tax support for vulnerable residents for 2026/27. Source
- Bromley Council decided in December 2025 to review its Council Tax Support Scheme for 2026/27. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 2 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.