Decision Maker: Council

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: February 18, 2026

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED: 1.             That the proposed 2026/27 funding contribution to parish and town councils of £0.200m be approved as part of the final Budget in February 2026. 2.             That the Local Council Tax Reduction Scheme, as adopted by the Council on 19 February 2025, be continued for 2026/27 and any amendments to the Scheme that reflect changes to related benefits and to Council Tax Reduction Schemes (Prescribed Requirements) Regulations are delegated to the Director of Finance and Resources to make these technical legislative changes as required.