‘Five Council’ Proposal Public Consultation

‘Five Council’ Proposal Public Consultation

Have your say on the future of councils in Essex.  Councils across Greater Essex are seeking public input on plans to replace the current Local Authority structure with fewer, larger unitary councils. 

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CTR Pension Age

Last updated 31.03.23 15:00

The Council Tax Reduction scheme aims to help people of pension age (on low income) pay Council Tax.

 

Eligibility

  • you and your partner must be eligible to claim State Retirement Pension
  • be liable to pay Council Tax for your property.
  • be living in the property as your main home
  • have less than £16,000 in savings.

 

Apply for Council Tax Reduction

 

Please note: if you are a couple and one of you is below pension age you must complete an application for working age council tax reduction. For help with rent you must claim Universal Credit.