Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Cabinet approved the unaudited actual gross and net expenditure for the year, proposed variations to the Capital programme, inclusion of two new schemes, and proposed movements between years.
summary: The decision involves reviewing the financial position of the council as of March 2025 and approving variations to the Capital programme.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to review the financial position and approve variations to the Capital programme.
reason_contentious: This issue is not particularly contentious as it mainly involves managing and forecasting capital expenditure to support council services.
affected_stakeholders: ["Council members", "Council staff", "Local residents"]
contentiousness_score: 2
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.tunbridgewells.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=3020
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: To receive the financial position as at the end of March 2025.
Content: To receive the financial position as at the end of March 2025. RESOLVED – That the unaudited actual gross and net expenditure for the year and the sources of finance, as shown in Appendices B to D be noted. That the proposed variations to the Capital programme, set out in note 4.3 to 4.14 be approved. That the inclusion of two new schemes into the capital programme as set out in notes 4.15 and 4.16 be approved. That the proposed movements between years set out in note 4.17 be approved. REASON FOR DECISION: Managing and forecasting capital expenditure effectively was vital in order to support all of the services provided by the Council.
Date of Decision: June 26, 2025