Decision
Analysis
outcome: The outcome of the decision was to have officers work towards reducing the projected budget deficit in line with the Budget Strategy and report back in October with proposals prior to public consultation on the draft budget in December.
summary: The decision at stake is the consideration of proposals for the draft budget for the forthcoming year.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to work towards reducing the projected budget deficit for the forthcoming year.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves financial decisions that could impact various stakeholders and services within the community.
affected_stakeholders: ["Council officers", "Public", "Local services"]
contentiousness_score: 5
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=3041
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: To consider proposals for the draft budget (Stage 1 of 4 in setting the forthcoming year’s budget).
Content: To consider proposals for the draft budget (Stage 1 of 4 in setting the forthcoming year’s budget). RESOLVED – That officers continue to work towards reducing the projected budget deficit in line with the Budget Strategy and report back in October with proposals prior to public consultation on the draft budget in December be approved. REASON FOR DECISION: To agree the form of consultation and begin the process of setting the budget for 206/27
Date of Decision: July 24, 2025