The report sets out a number of changes related to the discretionary Business Rates reliefs announced as part of the Autumn Budget and Council Tax Support awards. Although the Council intends to follow the government guidance in implementing the changes, as some of the measures are discretionary, an Executive decision is required before the Council can implement the changes. In summary, the discretionary changes are:
The cost of the scheme will be fully funded through a Section 31 grant.
In addition, the report proposes a minor change to the wording in the current Council Tax Support Scheme due to a Valuation Tribunal matter.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Affects more than 1 ward;
Decision status: For Determination