Anthony Roche

...noted the forecast expenditure for the capital programme in 2025/26, approved adjustments to the 2026/27 capital programme increasing estimated spend by £0.773M, and noted the availability of capital resources while emphasizing the need for ongoing review of the programme's affordability.

... 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.

...approved the garden waste subscription charge for the period 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027 at £57 to ensure the service's financial sustainability.

...approved the broad direction of travel for the Local Plan Review and delegated authority to the Director: Place to publish the formal notice of intention to review and a revised timetable once new planning legislation is enacted.

...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.