URL: https://democracy.darlington.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2044

Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: The Cabinet Member with the Resources Portfolio introduced the report of the Executive Director of Resources and Governance (previously circulated) providing an early forecast of the 2026/27 revenue budget outturn as part of the Council’s continuous financial management process.   The submitted report stated that it was the first revenue budget management report to Cabinet for 2026/27 and that the latest projections showed an overall decline of £2.726m on the 2026/30 Medium Term Financial Plan, which was due to £3.079m of departmental pressures and a decline in corporate resources of £0.219m, offset by £0.572m of additional balances following the 2025/26 outturn.   RESOLVED - It is recommended that: - (a)    The forecast revenue outturn for 2026/27 be noted. (b)   Further regular reports be made to monitor progress and take prompt action if necessary   REASON - The recommendations are supported by the following reasons: - (a)    To continue effective management of resources. (b)   To continue to deliver services to agreed levels  

Date of Decision: September 8, 2026