Decision

The Council has decided to approve the Budget Strategy for 2026/27.

Analysis

outcome: Recommendations were approved.

summary: The decision at stake is the approval of the General Fund, Capital & HRA Budget Strategy for 2026/27.

topline: The Council has decided to approve the Budget Strategy for 2026/27.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves budget allocations and potential cuts to services.

affected_stakeholders: ["Council members", "Budget officers", "Finance officers"]

contentiousness_score: 5

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties in the decision.

URL: https://democracy.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1057

Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: That Cabinet:   a)        approve the overall General Fund, Capital & HRA Budget Strategy for 2026/27;   b)       note the consultation process with Members;   c)        note that Budget Officers continue work on the assessment of various budget proposals affecting services for consideration in setting the Council's budget;   d)       note that Budget Managers work with Finance Officers in identifying further efficiency savings, increasing income from fees and charges and in identifying new sources of income; and   to review thepolicies and principles on Budgeting, Council Tax, Reserves and Provisions, Charging, Value for Money and make any recommendations to Council.

Date of Decision: July 8, 2025