Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: January 8, 2026

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED: that   (1)  the updated Budget Position for 2026/27 be noted.   (2)  the proposed approach to Budget Consultation for 2026/27 be agreed, and subject to that agreement:   ·       it be noted that the formal budget consultation will commence on the 8th January 2026 and run until midnight on the 1st February 2026. The results of the consultation process will then be considered by Cabinet in preparing their final 2026/27 budget proposal.   (3)  It be noted that the Chief Executive as Head of Paid Service will be issuing all necessary statutory and non-statutory employment consultation in respect of the staffing implications of the proposals