Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 8, 2026

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED   (1)  That the outcome of the provisional Local Government Finance Settlement for 2026/27 – 2028/29 be noted as set out in the report.   (2)  That the Executive Member for Finance and Governance be granted delegated authority to agree and submit a response to the Government’s consultation on the provisional Local Government Finance Settlement for 2026/27 – 2028/29.   (3)  That the further work required to determine the estimate of Business Rates Retained for 2026/27, reflecting the Council’s local knowledge and circumstances, be noted, and that this work has begun following the release of guidance from Government on this matter.   (4)  That it be acknowledged that the estimates of Council Tax income presented in the report were indicative at this stage and subject to decision by Finance Council on 23rd February 2026.   (5)  That it be noted that the updated Medium Term Financial Plan 2026/29 would be further updated once decisions on the Council’s budget were taken at Finance Council on 23rd February 2026.