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Special Cabinet (Budget), Cabinet - Wednesday 28th January 2026 11:00am

January 28, 2026 at 11:00 am View on council website Watch video of meeting

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Summary

The Cabinet of Staffordshire Council is scheduled to consider the council's financial future and a proposal for a new leisure centre. Other items on the agenda include a review of the council's performance and a report on the progress of a housing development.

Medium Term Financial Strategy 2026-2031

A significant item for discussion is the council's financial outlook, with a report on the Medium Term Financial Strategy 2026 - 2031 scheduled to be presented. This document outlines the council's financial plans and projections for the next five years, detailing how it intends to manage its resources and deliver services within its budget. The strategy will likely address potential financial challenges and opportunities, and set out the council's priorities for spending and investment.

Proposed Leisure Centre Development

The Cabinet is also set to review a proposal for a new leisure centre. While specific details of the proposed location and facilities are not elaborated on in the provided agenda, the report pack indicates that this item will cover plans for a new development aimed at enhancing community leisure and sports provision.

Council Performance Review

A report on the council's performance is also listed for consideration. This item will likely provide an overview of how the council has been meeting its objectives and delivering services over a specified period. It may include data and analysis on various aspects of the council's operations, highlighting areas of success and identifying any areas that require further attention or improvement.

Housing Development Progress

The meeting agenda also includes a report on the progress of a housing development. This item will likely provide an update on the status of a specific housing project, detailing its current stage of development, any challenges encountered, and projected timelines for completion. This could relate to the council's wider housing strategy and its commitment to providing new homes within the county.

Attendees

Profile image for Martin Murray
Martin Murray Acting Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Economy and Skills • Reform UK
Profile image for Hayley Coles
Hayley Coles Cabinet Member for Communities and Culture • Reform UK
Profile image for Janet Higgins
Janet Higgins Cabinet Member for Education and SEND • Reform UK
Profile image for Nicholas Lakin
Nicholas Lakin Cabinet Member for Children and Young People • Reform UK
Profile image for Chris Large
Chris Large Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources • Reform UK
Profile image for Peter Mason
Peter Mason Cabinet Member for Strategic Highways • Reform UK
Profile image for Andrew Mynors
Andrew Mynors Cabinet Member for Connectivity • Reform UK
Profile image for Martin Rogerson
Martin Rogerson Cabinet Member for Health and Care • Reform UK
Profile image for Anthony Screen
Anthony Screen Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Resilience • Reform UK
Profile image for Patrick Allen
Patrick Allen Cabinet Support Member for Highways (Operations North) • Reform UK
Profile image for Daniel Cecil
Daniel Cecil Cabinet Support Member for Highways (Operations South) • Reform UK
Profile image for Alex Hunt
Alex Hunt Cabinet Support Member for SEND • Reform UK
Profile image for Marie Shortland
Marie Shortland Cabinet Support Member for Public Health and Integrated Care • Reform UK
Profile image for Philip White
Philip White Leader of the Opposition • Conservative

Topics

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Meeting Documents

Agenda

Agenda frontsheet 28th-Jan-2026 11.00 Cabinet.pdf

Reports Pack

Public reports pack 28th-Jan-2026 11.00 Cabinet.pdf

Additional Documents

Item 4 - MTFS Working Group Report - Executive Response to Recommendation of the Corporate Overview .pdf
MTFS Working Group Report - Executive Response to Recommendation of the Corporate Overview and Scrut.pdf
Medium Term Financial Strategy 2026 - 2031.pdf
Decision notice of the meeting held on 21 January 2026 28th-Jan-2026 11.00 Cabinet.pdf
Printed minutes 21012026 1000 Cabinet.pdf