Decision

The Cabinet has decided to note the draft Statement of Accounts for 2025/26.

Analysis

outcome: The Cabinet noted the draft Statement of Accounts for 2025/26.

summary: The decision at stake is the consideration of the draft Statement of Accounts for 2025/26 by the Cabinet.

topline: The Cabinet has decided to note the draft Statement of Accounts for 2025/26.

reason_contentious: This issue is not contentious as it is a standard procedure for the Council to publish its annual statement of accounts.

affected_stakeholders: ["Cabinet members", "EHDC's external auditors (EY)", "Audit Committee"]

contentiousness_score: 0

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

URL: https://easthants.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=450

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: To consider the recommendations of the report, in respect of the Statement of Accounts.

Content: To consider the recommendations of the report, in respect of the Statement of Accounts. It was RESOLVED that the Cabinet NOTED:   The draft Statement of Accounts for 2025/26.   Reasons for the Decision   The Council published its annual statement of accounts, and these were then to be audited by EHDC’s external auditors, EY.   This report was due to be submitted to Audit Committee to present the unaudited draft Statement of Accounts 2025/26 for noting.   Alternative Options Considered   Not applicable.

Date of Decision: July 9, 2026