Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 31035

Council Tax: Mental Illness

Tabled: 12 February 2025

Answered: 24 February 2025

Question

Kevin Hollinrake

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if she will take steps to (a) ensure the standardisation of the administration of and (b) review her Department's (i) guidance and (ii) backdating policy in relation to Council T

Answer

Jim McMahon

Local councils are responsible for the administration of council tax discounts, disregards and exemptions, including those relating to people with a severe mental impairment. The government understands the importance of these provisions and keeps all coun...

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