People in Detention

We will disregard (not count) someone if they are:

  • detained in prison, hospital or some other place by order of a Court
  • detained pending deportation under the Immigration Act 1971
  • detained in a place of safety under the Mental Health Act 1983

We will not disregard someone:

  • who is detained for non-payment of council tax or for default in paying a fine
  • while they are being held in police custody until being remanded in custody by a Court.

A total exemption from council tax can be given if a property has been left unoccupied by a person who is in detention.

PDF file Print a discount or exemption claim form. (136KB - 23 January 2012 - PDF Help)

Page last updated on 23 January 2012