Analysis

outcome: The council approved the proposed amendments and new capital bids for the 2023-2028 capital programme.

summary: The decision involves approving amendments and new capital bids for the council's 2023-2028 capital programme, which will affect the allocation of resources and the implementation of capital schemes within the council's jurisdiction.

topline: The council has decided to approve amendments and new capital bids for the 2023-2028 capital programme.

reason_contentious: The issue may be contentious due to the potential impact on local services, budget allocation, and prioritization of projects, which can lead to disagreements among local stakeholders, residents, and political groups.

affected_stakeholders: Local residents, businesses, community groups, and any parties directly involved in the capital schemes or who may be impacted by the changes in resource allocation.

contentiousness_score: This score can vary depending on the specifics of the amendments and new bids. Without further information, a precise score cannot be provided. However, capital programme decisions typically range from 3 to 7 on the contentiousness scale, depending on the extent of changes and their perceived impact.

political_party_relevance: There is no direct mention of political parties or political influence in the provided information, but such decisions are often influenced by the political composition of the council and the priorities of the ruling party or coalition.