Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations were approved by the Cabinet.
summary: The decision involves reviewing performance, finance, and risk reporting structure in light of the new Building Harlow's Future plan, as well as approving virements for the Non-Housing Capital Programme and delegating authority for budget carry forwards.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to review performance, finance, and risk reporting structure, approve virements for the Non-Housing Capital Programme, and delegate authority for budget carry forwards.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves financial decisions and potential implications for the council's operations.
affected_stakeholders: ["Cabinet members", "Council staff", "Residents of Harlow"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no explicit mentions of political parties in the decision.
URL: https://moderngov.harlow.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1057
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: RESOLVED that Cabinet: A Noted and endorsed the proposed review of the Performance, Finance and Risk reporting structure in light of the new Building Harlow’s Future plan. B Noted the performance of key performance indicators for April 2025 which demonstrate strong performance on majority of indicators. C Noted the financial position as of April (period 1) of 2025/26 financial year across the General Fund, Housing Revenue Account and Capital Programmes. D Approved the virements for the Non-Housing Capital Programme identified within the table included in paragraph 25 of the report. E Delegated Authority be given to the Leader of the Council in consultation with the Section 151 Officer to approve the carry forwards of 2024/25 budgets into the financial year 2025/26. F Noted the current strategic risks for the council’s operations in Appendix C to the report.
Date of Decision: June 12, 2025