Decision

That Cabinet:
 

a)       
approve the overall General Fund, Capital & HRA
Budget Strategy for 2026/27;

 

b)      
note the consultation process with Members;

 

c)       
note that Budget Officers continue work on the
assessment of various budget proposals affecting services for
consideration in setting the Council's budget;

 

d)      
note that Budget Managers work with Finance Officers
in identifying further efficiency savings, increasing income from
fees and charges and in identifying new sources of income;
and
 
to review
thepolicies and principles on Budgeting,
Council Tax, Reserves and Provisions, Charging, Value for Money and
make any recommendations to Council.