Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 30, 2025

Purpose:

Content: Resolved to: 1)     Continue fighting for the best funding deal for local government and residents in Brighton & Hove. 2)     Ensure that staff are made aware of the opportunities open to them to join a Union 3)     Welcome the recent increases in funding to local government, and the significant reduction in the budget gap faced by this authority for 2025/26. 4)     Continue to make the case for sustainable long-term funding for local government in the upcoming spending review. 5)     Welcome the reintroduction of public engagement in the budget setting process this year, including an online budget simulator, and to encourage further such activities in future budget years.