Decision Maker: Cabinet, County Council

Outcome: Recommendations approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 3, 2026

Purpose: The Council Plan and Budget report details the County Council’s revenue budget, the level of council tax proposed for 2026/27, the nature of its expenditure, income and budget reductions for a balanced budget to deliver the aims of the refreshed Council Plan.  It will also outline the County Council’s Capital Programme to cover the period 2026/27 to 2030/31 which will update the programme previously agreed by County Council. At the 3 February 2026 meeting the Cabinet will be asked to endorse the refreshed Council Plan, Revenue Budget and Capital Programme to deliver the Council Plan for approval at County Council on 20 February 2026.

Content: Following consideration of the report the Cabinet resolved: To endorse the Council Plan and the County Council Budget for 2026/27, including the recommendations listed on page 5, the updated Council Plan, the Capital Strategy and the Treasury Management Statement for approval by County Council on 20 February 2026. The call-in deadline is 12 February 2026.