Purpose

 To recommend for approval to Council the Treasury Strategy

Decision

RESOLVED:

KEY DECISION

That the Executive endorsed the contents of the report and recommended the proposals on to the Council for approval.  This includes:

i.                     The Treasury Management Policy as set out in Appendix A of the report.

ii.                   The Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Prudential Indicators for 2026-27 as set out in Appendix B of the report, including the Authorised Borrowing Limit for External Debt of £799.664m and the Operational Boundary of £749.664m.

iii.                  The MRP Policy as set out in Appendix C of the report.

iv.                 The Investment Strategy as set out in Appendix D of the report.

v.                   The delegated responsibility for the implementation and monitoring of treasury management decisions to the Section 151 Officer to act in accordance with approved policy and practices as set out in Appendix E of the report.

Reason for Recommendation

To ensure that the Council complies with its Constitution and legislative requirements in setting the budget for North Northamptonshire Council from 2026-27.

Alternative Options Considered

None