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Cabinet - Wednesday, 8th July, 2026 10.30 am
July 8, 2026 at 10:30 am Cabinet View on council websiteSummary
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The Cabinet of Shropshire Council met on Wednesday 8 July 2026, discussing a range of important issues including the progress of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, the council's financial plans, and strategies for improving education and digital services. Key decisions included endorsing recommendations for the Station Gyratory project, approving the draft Medium Term Financial Plan, and adopting new Cyber and Digital Strategies.
Station Gyratory Task and Finish Group Recommendations
Cabinet endorsed recommendations from the Station Gyratory Task & Finish Group, requesting officers to investigate options for the project's future. This includes further exploration of reverting to two lanes of traffic and changing the cycleway to a shared bus/taxi/cycle use. Officers will also clarify grant conditions and assess the need for a stronger evidence base, including traffic modelling and cycle usage data. The Task and Finish Group will continue to act as an advisory body.
LGA Corporate Peer Challenge: Progress Review
Cabinet noted the report on the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Progress Review, acknowledging that its recommendations will continue to inform the Council's plans for improvement and financial sustainability. The review indicated significant progress since the initial Corporate Peer Challenge in July 2025, with renewed energy from leadership and a stronger grip on financial management. However, it also stressed that substantial work is still required to translate early progress into sustained delivery.
Draft Medium Term Financial Plan 2027-2032
Cabinet agreed to the recommendations outlined in the report for the Draft Medium Term Financial Plan 2027-2032. The full details of these recommendations are available in the report itself.
Annual Treasury Report 2025/26
Cabinet approved the actual prudential and treasury indicators for 2025/26, noted the annual treasury management report for the same period, and acknowledged the inclusion of Exceptional Financial Support (EFS) borrowing in the 2025/26 position. The report detailed the council's treasury activities, highlighting compliance with its policies and achieving its targets for managing financing arrangements. Investment income for 2025/26 was £2.409m.
Shropshire UK Shared Prosperity Fund - Review of Progress and Programme Evaluation
Cabinet noted the high performance of Shropshire's UKSPF programme delivery, including achievements against spend, outcomes, and outputs targets. They also noted the findings and recommendations from the independent programme evaluation. Recognising the decline of external funding in Shropshire post-UKSPF, Cabinet agreed to formally write to the Government and its departments to express concerns about the loss of funding to rural and non-Combined Authority regions and its implications for Shropshire. The council will also promote the UKSPF's legacy as a positive story while lobbying the Government for fair access to future growth funds.
Bridgnorth Youth Club – Asset Decision
Cabinet declared the former Bridgnorth Youth Centre on Innage Lane surplus to requirements and approved its disposal as a non-core asset. Authority was delegated to the Head of Property and Development, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Finance, to manage the disposal process. The building has been vacant for 18 months and is in poor condition, requiring substantial investment to be brought back into use. Disposal is recommended to generate a capital receipt, remove liabilities, and support the Council's financial sustainability.
Shropshire's Children Achieving and Thriving Strategy 2026-29
Cabinet considered and endorsed the final draft of the Shropshire Achieving and Thriving in Education Strategy 2026-29, recommending its adoption by the Council in September. They also referred the strategy's impact for regular review by the People Overview and Scrutiny Committee, which will receive regular reports on its implementation. This strategy aims to ensure children and young people achieve and thrive in education across Shropshire, outlining the Council's approach to education quality and safeguarding standards.
Cyber Strategy Report
Cabinet approved the Cyber Strategy 2026-2030 and its accompanying Plan on a Page. Authority was delegated to the Service Director Enabling and Head of Automation and Technology, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Transformation and Economic Growth, to update the strategy annually. The strategy aims to strengthen the Council's cyber resilience by embedding security by design, improving governance, protecting data and critical services, and building workforce capability.
Digital Strategy Report
Cabinet approved the Digital Strategy 2026-2030 and its accompanying Plan on a Page. Authority was delegated to the Service Director Enabling and Head of Automation and Technology, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Transformation and Economic Growth, to update the strategy annually. This strategy outlines a people-centred approach to digital transformation, focusing on redesigning services around resident needs, reducing complexity, and improving outcomes through the use of digital, data, and automation.
Town Centre Public Space Protection Order
Cabinet agreed to extend the Shrewsbury Town Centre Public Space Protection Order (No.1) 2017 for a further three years, effective from 1 August 2026. Authority was delegated to the Director Legal & Governance to manage the Order and to publish necessary notices. The Order, which addresses behaviours such as public urination, defecation, leaving belongings unattended, and refusing to stop drinking alcohol when causing nuisance, has been in place since 2017 and has shown a significant reduction in anti-social behaviour. Consultation indicated strong support for its renewal.
DWP Funded Connect to Work Programme - Year 1 Progress
Cabinet approved the recommendations as set out in the report concerning the progress of the DWP Funded Connect to Work Programme in its first year.
Minutes
Cabinet confirmed the minutes of the meeting held on 10 June 2026 as an accurate record.
Delegated decisions linked to this meeting
Decision summaries below are AI-generated from the council’s published record. Check the council source or the full decision page before relying on them.
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Minutes
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Shropshire Council on Wednesday 08 July 2026 approved the minutes of the meeting held on 10 June 2026 as an accurate record.
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Bridgnorth Youth club – Asset Decision
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet decided to approve recommendations regarding the Bridgnorth Youth Centre asset on 08/07/2026. The Cabinet approved declaring the former Bridgnorth Youth Centre site surplus to requirements and approved its disposal as a non-core asset. Authority was delegated to the Head of Property and Development, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Finance, to progress the disposal.
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DWP Funded Connect to Work Programme - Year 1 progress
Recommendations ApprovedShropshire Council Cabinet approved recommendations for the DWP Funded Connect to Work Programme - Year 1 progress on 08/07/2026.
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Annual Treasury Report 2025/26
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Shropshire Council noted the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Progress Review report on 08/07/2026. They also noted that the recommendations from the review will continue to inform the Council's plans for improvement and financial sustainability.
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Shropshire's Children Achieving and Thriving (previously referred to as "Educational Excellence Strategy)
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Shropshire Council noted the report of the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Progress Review on 08/07/2026. The Cabinet also noted that the recommendations from the review will continue to inform the Council's plans for improvement and financial sustainability.
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LGA Corporate Peer Challenge: Progress Review
Recommendations ApprovedShropshire Council's Cabinet decided to approve recommendations from the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Progress Review on 08/07/2026. The Cabinet noted the report and acknowledged that its recommendations will continue to inform the Council's plans for improvement and financial sustainability.
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Scrutiny Item - Verbal Update from the Station Gyratory Task and Finish Group
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Shropshire Council decided to approve recommendations on 08/07/2026. They noted the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Progress Review report and that its recommendations will continue to inform the Council's plans for improvement and financial sustainability.
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Town Centre Public Space Protection Order
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Shropshire Council decided to approve recommendations on 08/07/2026. They noted the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Progress Review report and that its recommendations will continue to inform the Council's plans for improvement and financial sustainability.
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Cyber Strategy Report
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet approved the Cyber Strategy 2026-2030 on 08/07/2026. Authority was delegated to the Service Director Enabling and Head of Automation and Technology to update the strategy annually.
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Digital Strategy Report
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet decided to approve the Digital Strategy 2026-2030 and delegate authority to the Service Director Enabling and Head of Automation and Technology to update the strategy annually. This decision was made on 08/07/2026. The strategy includes a single, integrated digital portfolio, a clear prioritisation framework, and benefits-led delivery.
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Shropshire UK Shared Prosperity Fund - review of progress and programme evaluation
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet decided to approve recommendations from the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Progress Review on 8th July 2026. These recommendations will continue to inform the Council's plans for improvement and financial sustainability.
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Draft Medium Term Financial Plan 2027-2032
Recommendations ApprovedShropshire Council Cabinet approved recommendations for the Draft Medium Term Financial Plan 2027-2032 on 08/07/2026. The recommendations are detailed on pages 2-3 of the report.
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