Council Tax Reduction Relief Scheme
Newham Council's Cabinet approved a draft budget in January 2026 proposing a 9.99% council tax increase for 2025-26.
Newham Council's Cabinet approved a draft budget in January 2026, proposing a 9.99% council tax increase for the 2025-26 financial year. This proposal is part of an application for exceptional financial support from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
The proposed hike aims to address the rising costs of temporary accommodation and other statutory services, according to Councillor Zulfiqar Ali, Cabinet Member for Finance. The Council Tax Reduction Relief Scheme, a proposal by Newham Council, is designed to provide an 80% reduction in council tax bills for eligible low-income households.
Key facts
- Newham Council's Cabinet approved a draft budget in January 2026. Source
- The draft budget proposes a 9.99% council tax increase for the 2025-26 financial year. Source
- The council is seeking exceptional financial support from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. Source
- The proposed council tax hike aims to address rising costs of temporary accommodation and other statutory services. Source
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