Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 13, 2026

Purpose:

Content: Cabinet agreed to:   ·         Note the updated financial forecast for 2025/26 ·         Note the Settlement announcement(s) as it affects the Council ·         Endorse, subject to Scrutiny, the proposals detailed within the report, for subsequent inclusion with the final 2026/27 budget proposals for consideration and approval by Council in March ·         Note the timetable for the remainder of the 2026/27 budget setting process   REASON FOR DECISION: As set out in the report. CONSULTATION: As set out in the report. MEMBERS’ INTERESTS: None