Decision
Analysis
outcome: The recommendations were approved.
summary: The decision involves approving budget revisions and delegation of budget adjustments for the Dedicated Schools Grant for the year 2026-27.
topline: The council has decided to approve budget revisions and delegation of budget adjustments for the Dedicated Schools Grant for the year 2026-27.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as budget decisions can impact various stakeholders such as schools, teachers, and parents.
affected_stakeholders: ["Schools", "Teachers", "Parents"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.portsmouth.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1810
Decision Maker:
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: 1. Noted the year end budget position for the Dedicated Schools Grant as at 31 March 2026, together with the associated explanations contained within this report. 2. Approved the proposed 2026-27 DSG budget revisions as set out in Section 10 and Appendix 1. 3. Approved the proposed delegation of budget adjustments as set out in Section 11.
Date of Decision: July 21, 2026