Council tax SMI exemption consultation

Hopeless

The government are consulting on various things to do with council tax starting today. One of the things they’re asking about is the Severe Mental Impairment exemption. They are proposing to change the name to Significant Cognitive Impairment and make it easier to claim

‘Title: Significant cognitive impairment

Definition: A severe (and permanent) mental condition or neurological change that impacts on the brain’s ability to function and has a significant impact on an individual’s daily life.’

I don’t seem to be able to post a link to the consultation - sorry - but this is something that could help many of us access this exemption. I’m hoping someone more technical than me can find a link.

Rosie_Scope

Hi @Hopeless, here's the link to some information about the consultation on changes to council tax. The Severe Mental Impairment change explanation is there if you scroll down the page:

Modernising and improving the administration of council tax - GOV.UK

The consultation survey itself is here if you want to contribute:

Modernising and improving the administration of council tax - Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government - Citizen Space

It closes on the 12th September 2025 ☺️