To report a change in your financial situation related to Council Tax Support, you can use the online reporting form provided by Braintree. It’s essential to notify the council about changes that may affect your benefits, such as changes in income or household occupancy, within a month of the change occurring.
Here’s how you can proceed:
| Change Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Savings or account balances increase over £10,000 | Include any lump sums or inheritance. |
| Change to household occupiers | Someone moving in or out, or changes in residency status (prison, education, etc.) |
| Changes in Child Benefit | New awards, increases or decreases in payments, or claim stops. |
| Change in childcare costs | Changes in costs affecting your claim. |
| Changes in income | Any increase or decrease in income that affects eligibility. |
| Change in benefits received | Including new or ceased benefits. |
You can apply to report these changes online here. Remember, the sooner you report, the better you can protect your entitlement to support.