Anthony Roche

...approved changes to the 2025/26 General Fund budget resulting in an £846k decrease in net expenditure and noted changes to the 2026/27 General Fund budget with a £555k increase in net expenditure.

... approved the revenue and capital budgets for 2026/27 onwards, noting the council's expected funding, confirming a 2.99% Council Tax increase, and agreeing which proposals to take forward.

... recommend to Council that it notes the position of Treasury Management activity as at the end of September 2025, ensuring continued compliance with financial regulations and effective risk management.