Cynthia D'souza, 58, who wants to see an end to the 'postcode lottery' of council tax support for those with a terminal illness. But she was shocked to learn that Cumberland Council has not adopted that policy. The Civic Centre, one of Cumberland Council's headquarters in Carlisle. "I'm worried about people that are a lot further down the line that are in that situation and they're worrying about paying their council tax. The council also has a range of discretionary powers in relation to Council Tax discounts, exemptions, and reductions.