Decision Maker: Council

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: February 23, 2026

Purpose: This report concludes the budget setting process for 2026/27. It sets out recommendations for setting the Council Tax after taking into account the district’s Council Tax requirement (including parish and town council requirements and special expenses), the precepts of East Sussex County Council, the Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner and the Sussex Fire Authority.

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