Application for a Discount from Council Tax due to being a Buckinghamshire Care Leaver If you are a Buckinghamshire care leaver, under the age of 21 and you have your own tenancy, Buckinghamshire Council can support you with your council tax. There are two stages to this process: 1) Complete a council tax reduction application if you are on benefits or a low wage 2) Complete the care leaver council tax discount form by clicking 'Next' below It is important that you follow these steps in this order as failure to apply for reduction can delay your claim. The Buckinghamshire Council Care Leaver Local Offer information can be found Here