URL: https://democracy.lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1186

Decision Maker: Eastbourne Borough Council Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: The Chief Finance Officer to deliver a presentation to the Cabinet on the interim medium term financial strategy position of the authority.

Content: The Chief Finance Officer to deliver a presentation to the Cabinet on the interim medium term financial strategy position of the authority. (Non-key decision): 1)    To note the updated Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) forecasts and the requirement to continue with its commitment to delivering proposed and planned efficiency savings for the period 2026/27 to 2029/30. 2)    To note that this forecast could change based upon Government funding settlement announcements and demand for services and pressures upon the Council. 3)    To note that at this stage and considering the assumptions for contingencies a forecast £1.543m of savings are required to balance the 2026/27 budget. 4)   To note the planned annual review of earmarked reserves which aims to reallocate them in line with the emerging risks.

Date of Decision: December 10, 2025