Kirklees Together

Following approval at cabinet on Tuesday 15 August. The current Council Tax Reduction Scheme is due for review and we’re asking residents to have their say on possible changes.

Why is a change to the Council Tax Reduction scheme being considered?

The current scheme is up for review. Due to inflationary pressures and demands on services, the council is currently forecasting an overspend of £20.3M on its £380M annual revenue budget for the current financial year.

The two options for changes to the CTRS could, if implemented, reduce the cost of the scheme by up to £4.33m per year. Whilst still providing support for our most vulnerable residents and making sure support is equitable and realistic.

Our current scheme offers more support than any other authority in West Yorkshire. Even with the proposed changes, will be better than or in line with others.

Who will this affect?

Working age households within the Kirklees District who currently receive or will apply for a Council Tax Reduction.

Pension age households will not be affected as Central Government prescribes their scheme.

The information collected from this consultation will be used by the council to assist in making its decision on the changes to the CTR scheme from 1 April 2024.

Fill in the survey

For more information on the scheme and to fill in the survey visit the council tax reduction web page.

If you require a paper copy of the survey to be posted to you (Standard. Large Print etc), please contact the benefits line on 01484 414950. If you wish to complete the form online, but don’t have a PC or Smart Device, you can also visit a library or a Customer Service Centre and access one of the Self-Help Computers.

Support for those who are struggling

There are provisions that allow discretion to further reduce the Council Tax charge in cases of severe hardship. The authority has a policy in place to assist in such cases. For details on all of our cost of living support please visit: Cost of living | Kirklees Council