Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Decision Made

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: October 23, 2025

Purpose: To consider and update on the Budget and the current financial position of the Council (Stage 2 of 4 in setting the forthcoming year’s budget).

Content: RESOLVED – That officers continue to work towards plans to reduce the projected budget deficit in the short to medium term to prepare for the recommissioning of contracts in 2027 and report back in December with draft proposals prior to public consultation be approved.   REASON FOR DECISION:  To enable Directors and Heads of Service to continue the service planning process and to help develop proposals with their respective Cabinet Member(s) for savings, changes to service delivery and optimise income.