The Overview & Scrutiny Committee of Southwark Council was scheduled to discuss the proposed budget for 2024-25 and the associated policy and resources strategy. The meeting was also set to consider minutes from previous meetings.

Cabinet Consultation on the Proposed Budget 2024-25

The committee was scheduled to receive information and ask questions regarding the proposed budget for 2024-25. This session was a continuation of cabinet member interviews that began on 22 January 2024. The agenda indicated that the committee would be engaging with the cabinet member for New Homes and Sustainable Development.

Formulation of Recommendations on the Proposed Policy and Resources Strategy 2024-25

As part of the budget scrutiny process, the committee was due to formulate recommendations to the Cabinet concerning the proposed policy and resources strategy for 2024-25. This would follow the consideration of circulated information and cabinet member interviews held on 22 and 23 January 2024.

Minutes of Previous Meetings

The committee was scheduled to approve the minutes from its previous meetings held on 29 November and 11 December 2023.