Councillor Frank Stennett

...the revenue and capital budget for 2026 to 2030, plus 2025 to 2026 capital projects that subsequently require to be carried forward at the year-end, be approved, and the level of council tax for 2026 to 2027 be established at £209.70 for an average band D property.

...forwarded the Treasury Management Report for December 2025 to the Council for approval, following recommendations from the Performance and Audit Scrutiny Committee.

...the allocation of Thriving Communities funding for 2026 to 2027 was approved, with specific amounts awarded to numerous organizations and other applications being declined.

...the Draft Culture and Heritage Strategy and Delivery Plan was approved.

... that the Cabinet approved the Affordable Housing Supplementary Planning Document for public consultation and delegated authority for minor presentational changes to the Head of Planning.