Decision

Following consideration, the Committee unanimously resolved:

(1)           To accept the recommendations of Financial Strategy Advisory Group held on 27 June 2025 as set out in Appendix 1 to the report, and ;

(2)           Agree the amendment to the Medium-Term Financial Strategy position and note the budget gap for the relevant years as set out in table 4.2 in Appendix 2 to the report.

(3)           Agree the proposed Medium-Term Financial Strategy is in line with council priorities, prudent and sets a framework for a strong financial control.

(4)           To recommend to Full Council the proposed changes to the General Fund unallocated reserve levels set out in section 4.13 of Appendix 3 to the report.