Issue - decisions

RESOLVED THAT:

1.    the interim budget proposals for consultation are approved, including a council tax increase of 2.99% for 2026/27, in line with the Local Government Provisional Finance Settlement;

2.    the growth proposals at Appendix 3 are approved;

3.    the proposed capital programme at Appendix 5 is approved;

4.    the Leadership Team is tasked with developing proposals to balance the 2026/27 budget;

5.    consultation responses will be sought by 31 January 2026.