Council Tax Support (CTS) scheme consultation
We want to hear your views on a possible change to Westminster's Council Tax Support (CTS) scheme for working age residents.
As part of wider budget pressures and reduced government funding, the council is considering whether working age residents receiving Council Tax Support should make a minimum contribution towards their Council Tax bill.
Consultation closes at midnight on 12 November 2026.
About the project
Council Tax Support helps people on a low income pay less Council Tax. Westminster currently offers up to 100% Council Tax Support for eligible working age residents, meaning many households receiving support do not pay any Council Tax. Most London boroughs require residents receiving support to make some contribution towards their bill, making Westminster one of only a small number of boroughs that currently provides support at this level.
The UK Government's Fair Funding Review has resulted in a loss of £100 million in grant funding for Westminster over the next four years. Combined with rising costs and demand for services, this means the council must consider a range of options to help manage future financial pressures, including raising Council Tax and reducing services.
We are consulting to understand the potential impact of this proposal, hear residents' views and understand whether you think any groups should be protected or exempt before a decision is made.
Important: This consultation only relates to the Council Tax Support scheme for people of working age. The Council Tax Support scheme for pensioners is not changing.
Frequently asked questions
Timeline
Consultation live
Analysing and reporting
Full Council consideration
Feeding back
News
Drop in events this weekend and next week
We have a drop in event taking place on Saturday at Pimlico library and more events coming up next week. Pop in to ask questions about the Council Tax Support consultation or get help filling out the
Brunel Happy Hub - drop in event on Thursday 22 October
We have a drop in event taking place at the Brunel Happy Hub tomorrow – Thursday 22 October. Pop in from 12pm to 3pm to talk to ask questions about the Council Tax Support consultation or get help fil
Have your say on our Council Tax Support consultation by 12 November
The UK government’s Fair Funding Review has resulted in a loss of £100m grant funding for Westminster City Council over the next four years. This is an unprecedented and significant reduction in gover
Meet the team
Westminster City Council is responsible for running this consultation, analysing its results and presenting them to stakeholders and the public.
Proposals
Have your say and help shape the future of your community.
Timeline
Consultation live
Analysing and reporting
Full Council consideration
Feeding back
News
Drop in events this weekend and next week
We have a drop in event taking place on Saturday at Pimlico library and more events coming up next week. Pop in to ask questions about the Council Tax Support consultation or get help filling out the
Brunel Happy Hub - drop in event on Thursday 22 October
We have a drop in event taking place at the Brunel Happy Hub tomorrow – Thursday 22 October. Pop in from 12pm to 3pm to talk to ask questions about the Council Tax Support consultation or get help fil
Have your say on our Council Tax Support consultation by 12 November
The UK government’s Fair Funding Review has resulted in a loss of £100m grant funding for Westminster City Council over the next four years. This is an unprecedented and significant reduction in gover
Team
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Westminster City Council is responsible for running this consultation, analysing its results and presenting them to stakeholders and the public.