If you are in prison, on remand, or held in another place of detention, you could be exempt from paying council tax if you live alone.
If you live with another adult, you could get a 25% reduction.
If you are single
You will be exempt from paying council tax if you are:
- in prison or on remand, and
- the only person living at your property.
If you are in a couple
You can apply for a joint council tax reduction if your partner is on remand or in prison.
Applying for a discount or exemption
Please use this form to claim a prisoner discount from council tax.
