UTTLESFORD Council has updated its website after it was listed as one of 69 councils missing information about a council tax discount for carers.
Following a change in legislation, the website did not contain all the qualifying criteria for the discount, and therefore some people may have missed out on claiming a benefit for which they are entitled.
The council has apologised for the error, and the website was updated as soon as the council became aware.
Any care worker or carer providing support or care to another person at the same address can qualify if they meet one of the three criteria:
- Providing care on behalf of an official charitable body, being employed for 24 hours minimum per week, earning no more than £44 weekly.
- Being introduced by a charitable body, working for a minimum of 24 hours per week, earning no more than £44 weekly, and living in the property.
- Caring for someone in receipt of certain specific benefits for a minimum of 35 hours weekly, who is neither the partner nor parent of a child receiving care.
Any carers or care workers who believe they might be eligible for the discount should call 01799 510510 or email revenues@uttlesford.gov.uk.
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