Agenda item

The general fund budget for 2023/24 was discussed and the following points were raised:

·         The reduction in funding for local government

·         The strain on social care which has led to unitary authorities being prioritised nationally for funding and leading to pressures elsewhere in local government

·         The risk of unforeseen costs impacting the council’s financial position

·         The need to review costs, secure future income from government and generate new income locally.

Councillor Webber-Jones left the meeting at 7.50pm.

During discussion on the other budget reports, reference was made to:

·         Progress in relation to the crematorium

·         The processes for land acquisition under the approved strategy

·         The need to consider an ICT solution for members from May 2023.

RESOLVED – the reports be noted.

Councillor Lynch left the meeting at 7.55pm.