Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Decision Made

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 5, 2026

Purpose: An update to the Annual Operating Plan which provides details on how the council will deliver its ambition and priorities over the coming year.    

Content: RESOLVED –   That the progress made on the 2025/26 Annual Operating Plan be noted.   That the updates to the 2026/27 Annual Operating Plan set out in Appendix A be approved.   That delegated authority be given to the Leader and Chief Executive to make such necessary amendments to the Annual Operating Plan so as to reflect comments made at Cabinet on 5 February 2026 be approved.   REASON FOR DECISION:  To give clarity of direction of the Council’s approach to its priorities