Issue - meetings

To present the budget strategy for 2025/26.

The budget strategy 2025/26 was presented to the Scrutiny Commission. In response to members’ questions, the following was noted:

·         The business rates reset was anticipated for 2026/27 and would have an impact on the financial position of the borough council

·         Use of reserves may need to increase in future years to supplement general fund balances.

It was moved by Councillor Lambert, seconded by Councillor Williams and

RESOLVED – the budget strategy for 2025/26 be noted.