Decision

The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows:

For the Motion: Councillors Tessa Hodgson, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Jon Harvey, Paul Miller, Rhys Sinnett, Aaron Carey, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams [9]

There were no votes against or abstentions.

DECISION

(a)  That the Corporate and Financial Planning Timetable for 2027-28 be noted.

(b)  That element of the proposed Budget Strategy for 2027-28 and beyond be considered, noting any financial risks and challenges

(c)  That the Budget Strategy for 2027-28 and beyond be approved.

Reason for Decision: Compliance with the Constitution and Financial Procedure Rules, to facilitate the Council’s budget setting and medium-term financial planning process.