Decision Maker: Council

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 29, 2026

Purpose: To agree the protocol for setting the council’s budget and council tax including proceedings at the February Budget Council meeting of the full Council in order to facilitate the decision-making process.

Content: 1)    That the budget protocol outlined in Appendix 1 be approved for use at the Budget Council meeting on the 26 February 2026. 2)    That the Legal Advice Note as set out at Appendix 2 be noted.