I'm about to receive over 16000 pounds. Will I lose the 100% council tax discount?

lyndaj12

I'm about to receive over 16000 pounds in my dad's will my question is will I lose the 100 percent discount as I do not pay council tax at all I was exempted  some yrs ago thank u for reading

poppy123456

If you're exempt because you're severely mentally impaired (SMI) then your savings won't affect this. If it's just council tax reduction you're claiming then you will need to report the changes once the money goes into your bank.

lyndaj12

Hi thank u fir that yes I have pschophrenia  so it will stay the same then x

MarkM88

lyndaj12 said:

Hi thank u fir that yes I have pschophrenia  so it will stay the same then x

I think it comes down to whether your council recognises you have SMI. 

More info here - https://www.turn2us.org.uk/Benefit-guides/Council-Tax-Discounts/People-with-Disabilities

poppy123456

You should report the changes just to be safe. This also includes any other means tested benefits you may also be claiming.

lyndaj12

Hi ta for reply I'm not sure if this is means tested or not but I will ask the council

lyndaj12

Markm88 hi yes it looks like I will still be entitled to full reduction even with my savings being over 16000 as I'm classed as mentality impaired a d did get A letter stating my illness from my gp thank u

Alex_Alumni

I'm glad to see our members could help @lyndaj12

Please do let us know if you have any other questions or need a hand with anything

Alex