Council Tax discounts and exemptions

You might be entitled to a reduction in your Council Tax, or be exempt from paying Council Tax.

Apply for an Apprentice Discount

To apply for an Apprentice Discount, please visit Disregarded person discount application - Apprentice

You may qualify for a discount if you’re an Apprentice, and you meet all the below criteria:

  • You are in employment for the purpose of learning a trade, business, profession, or vocation which involves undertaking a programme of training leading to a qualification accredited by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority
  • You receive a reduced rate of pay due to being an apprentice
  • You receive gross pay which does not exceed £195.00 p/w

You’ll need to provide evidence of your wages and a letter from your employer confirming your apprenticeship, start date and end date.

You’ll get a 50% discount if you live with other Apprentices or other ‘disregarded’ people.

You’ll get a 25% discount if you live with an Apprentice, and you’re the only other adult.

If you’re unable to use the on-line form, please call 01642 774774 to request a copy in the post.