Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: December 23, 2025

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED THAT:   1.    the interim budget proposals for consultation are approved, including a council tax increase of 2.99% for 2026/27, in line with the Local Government Provisional Finance Settlement; 2.    the growth proposals at Appendix 3 are approved; 3.    the proposed capital programme at Appendix 5 is approved; 4.    the Leadership Team is tasked with developing proposals to balance the 2026/27 budget; 5.    consultation responses will be sought by 31 January 2026.