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That Executive Cabinet agree
the contents of this report in order to
start the budget consultation process as follows:

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A proposed 2.99% increase in council tax in
2026/27;

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A forecast balanced budget for 2026/27 (based on a
2.99% increase in council tax, as noted above);

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A forecast budget shortfall for 2027/28 of
£0.730m, to be addressed through the development and delivery
of the council’s Fit for the Future transformation programme
alongside the potential application of reserves held specifically
for this scenario and to mitigate the transitional impact of
reductions

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To note the proposals in the report for investment
in the Administration’s priority areas.