Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: September 25, 2025

Purpose: To consider the report of the Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources providing an update on the Council's financial position for 2025/26.

Content: Cabinet is recommended to:   (i)  Note the latest forecast financial position as set out in Appendix 1. (ii)  Note the transfer of £0.58M budget from Highways Contracts to Planning as part of a deficit recovery plan, as set out at paragraph 5.

Reasons for the decision: To ensure that Cabinet fulfils its responsibilities for the overall financial management of the council’s resources.

Alternative options considered: Not applicable.