Councillor Richard Clifton

The Council's Strategy and Resources Committee approved recommendations for the 2026/27 budget and Medium Term Financial Plan on 16 February 2026. The committee agreed to recommend the General Fund Net Budget Requirement of £222.088m to Full Council. This included approving the Council Tax increase of 4.99% for a Band D property and the detailed Capital Programme for 2026/27 to 2029/30.

The Strategy and Resources Committee approved recommendations regarding the council's finance and performance for Quarter 3 2025/26 on 16 February 2026. The committee noted forecast revenue outturns for the general fund, dedicated schools grant, and housing revenue account, and approved capital programme budget adjustments and an updated complaints policy.

The Strategy and Resources Committee approved recommendations regarding the London Cancer Hub on 16 February 2026. The committee agreed to a variation of the Agreement for Lease to allow for a recommended site boundary change and delegated authority to the Strategic Director of Resources and Section 151 Officer to negotiate the detailed terms of this variation. This includes safeguarding land for potential future relocation of allotments.

The Strategy and Resources Committee approved recommendations on 16/02/2026. The committee delegated authority to the Director for Assets and Capital Delivery to approve lease terms for Quarry Cottage to Your Space.Sutton. This decision allows for the redevelopment of the vacant property into a community wellbeing hub.