Somerset residents are encouraged to have their say on potential changes to the Council Tax Reduction (CTR) scheme for working age adults on low incomes.
In December 2025, the Council agreed its CTR scheme for the year 2026/27 for working-age people. It also committed to a comprehensive review of who receives support, how much they get and how to enhance the scheme for the most vulnerable.
CTR is a discount offered for Council Tax payers on low incomes. Any proposed changes would only apply to working age adults. Support for pensioners would remain unchanged.
The Council is now consulting on a range of proposals for the 2027/28 scheme. As the overall cost of the scheme cannot increase, some proposals would reduce support in certain areas to help fund changes aimed at providing greater support to those most in need.
Cllr Bill Revans, Leader of Somerset Council, said:
We know that Council Tax Reduction provides important support to many households across Somerset, so it is vital that we hear from the people who may be affected by any future changes.
No decisions have been made, and this consultation is an opportunity for residents to tell us what they think about the proposals. Their feedback will play an important role in helping councillors understand the potential impact of the changes and shape the final scheme.
I would encourage anyone with an interest in the future of Council Tax Reduction in Somerset to take a few minutes to have their say.
The consultation opened on 7 July and will run until 28 September 2026. Feedback received will be considered before councillors make any decisions later this year. Any approved changes would come into effect from 1 April 2027.
Residents can find full details of the proposals and take part in the consultation by visiting the Council’s consultation page:
Council Tax Reduction Consultation 2026Paper copies of the consultation will also be available in libraries, and letters will be sent to all residents who currently receive CTR support.
