The Cabinet of Greenwich Council was scheduled to consider a range of important financial and strategic matters, including the council's budget and council tax for the upcoming year, as well as its medium-term financial strategy. Discussions were also planned regarding the future of health and adult social care services and the delivery model for public health services.

Health and Adult Services Vision 2026-2031

The Cabinet was scheduled to consider the proposed Health and Adult Services Vision for the period 2026-2031. This vision outlines the strategic direction for these critical services over the next five years. Supporting documents include the main vision document¹, an appendix detailing the Local Account for 2024-2025², and a peer review from the Local Government Association (LGA)³.

Approval to Implement a Revised Model of Service Delivery for Public Health Services

A key item on the agenda was the approval to implement a revised model for delivering Public Health services. The meeting was scheduled to note the outcomes of engagement and formal consultation processes related to this revised model, and to approve its implementation. The proposed progression of work was also to be noted. An Equality Impact Assessment for this proposal is available⁴.

Budget and Council Tax Setting 2026/27

The Cabinet was scheduled to recommend the proposed budget and council tax for the 2026/27 financial year to the full Council. This is a significant decision that will impact residents and council services. Detailed appendices are available, including savings and income proposals⁵, financial standing and risk assessments⁶, and proposed new fees and charges for 2026-27⁷.

Medium Term Financial Strategy 2026/27+

The meeting was set to consider and agree the Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) for 2026/27 and beyond, before recommending it to the Council. The MTFS provides a framework for the council's financial planning over several years. Supporting documents include the main MTFS document⁸ and various appendices covering financial details and proposals⁹.

Housing Revenue Account Medium Term Financial Strategy & 2026/27 Budget and Rent Setting

The financial outlook for the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) was a significant agenda item. The Cabinet was scheduled to note the financial pressures facing the HRA, agree to changes in rents and charges, and approve an amendment to reduce the rephasing of capital expenditure, alongside other related matters. The relevant report is available¹⁰.

Treasury Management and Capital Strategy 2026/27

The Cabinet was scheduled to consider the Treasury Management Strategy and Capital Strategy for the 2026/27 financial year. This includes agreeing capital bids, noting Prudential Indicators for the period 2024/25-2028/29, and noting the arrangements for determining the Minimum Revenue Provision for 2026/27. The strategy document is available¹¹.

Determination of Admission Arrangements for Royal Greenwich Schools for the 2027/28 Academic Year

The meeting was scheduled to determine the admission arrangements for all mainstream community nursery, primary, and secondary schools, including post-16 education, for the 2027/28 academic year. The council was also set to agree to participate in the Pan London co-ordinated admission system for Reception and Year 7 for the same academic year. The proposed admission arrangements are detailed in a supporting document¹², alongside information on Pan-London schemes¹³.

Adoption of Planning Enforcement Plan

The Cabinet was scheduled to agree to adopt the Planning Enforcement Plan. This plan outlines how the council will enforce planning regulations. The plan itself is available as an appendix¹⁴, along with a consultation statement¹⁵.

2025 - 2026 Quarter 3 Budget Monitor

The meeting was scheduled to note the Council's forecast outturn position as at the end of Quarter 3 for the 2025-2026 financial year. This provides an update on the council's financial performance mid-year. The budget monitor report is available¹⁶.

Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman Housing Ombudsman Complaints Annual Review 2023/24 & 2024/25

The Cabinet was scheduled to note the content of the annual reviews from the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman and the Housing Ombudsman for the years 2023/24 and 2024/25. These reviews provide insights into complaints handled by these ombudsman services. The relevant report is available¹⁷, along with appendices containing letters from the LGSCO¹⁸¹⁹ and the Housing Ombudsman's performance report²⁰.