Decision made: (Unanimously)
1. Approval of an Equality Impact Assessment to be carried out on the current Council Tax Support Scheme given the new operating context that is Universal Credit.
2. Approval for the Council to consult with all major preceptors on potential scheme changes (as outlined in the report) that could be introduced in the year 2020/21.
3. That the result of the informal consultation with major preceptors to be reported back to Cabinet, along with any impact assessments that need to be considered on the wider effects of the schemes which will affect residents.
4. Approval for the Council to continue with its existing scheme for 2019/20, and to strengthen and promote the exceptional hardship funds available to residents.