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Summary
The Cabinet of Gloucestershire Council is scheduled to consider a range of financial and strategic matters at its upcoming meeting. Key discussions are expected to focus on the Medium Term Financial Strategy, the use of Dedicated Schools Grant, and the adoption of the Gloucestershire Local Nature Recovery Strategy.
Medium Term Financial Strategy
A significant portion of the meeting is dedicated to the Medium Term Financial Strategy for 2026/27 to 2029/30. The Cabinet is scheduled to recommend the draft revenue and capital budget, precept, and Dedicated Schools Grant budget for this period to the full Council. Supporting documents include the full Medium Term Financial Strategy1, a review by the Section 151 Officer2, a report on the budget consultation outcomes3, and draft minutes from the Corporate Overview and Scrutiny Committee's review4. The Cabinet will consider the feedback from the formal budget consultation and the scrutiny committee's observations, which will be presented by Councillor Gary Luff, Chair of the Corporate Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
Use of the Dedicated Schools Grant
The meeting agenda includes a discussion on the proposed use of the Dedicated Schools Grant for the 2026/27 academic year. This grant is provided by the government to local authorities to fund schools.
Gloucestershire Local Nature Recovery Strategy
The Cabinet is scheduled to consider the adoption and publication of the Gloucestershire Local Nature Recovery Strategy5 on the Gloucestershire County Council website. This strategy aims to address the decline in biodiversity and promote nature recovery across the county.
Gloucestershire County Council's Digital Infrastructure, Inclusion, and Innovation Strategy
A proposed strategy for Digital Infrastructure, Inclusion, and Innovation (DIIIS) for the period 2025-2030 is also scheduled for discussion. This strategy likely outlines the council's plans for improving digital services, ensuring digital inclusion for residents, and fostering innovation.
Financial Monitoring and Fleet Fuel Contract
The Cabinet will receive a Financial Monitoring Report, likely providing an update on the council's financial performance. Additionally, a report concerning the Corporate Fleet Unit Fuel Card and Fuel Contract is on the agenda, which may cover proposals for managing the council's vehicle fuel procurement and usage.
Carers Support and Highways Projects
The extension of contracts for Gloucestershire Adult and Young Carers Support services, alongside the re-tendering process for Adult Carers Support, is scheduled for consideration. This item falls under the portfolios of the Cabinet Member for Adults' Support & Independence and the Cabinet Member for Children's Safeguarding and Care. Furthermore, the procurement for Highways Major Projects and Infrastructure Projects for 2026/27 will be discussed, under the remit of the Cabinet Member for Highways.
Corporate Asset Management Plan
The Corporate Asset Management Plan for 2026-2029 is also listed for discussion. This plan typically outlines how the council intends to manage its property and land assets effectively over the coming years.
School Attendance Strategy
Gloucestershire's Multi-agency School Attendance Strategy for 2025-2028 is another item on the agenda. This strategy will likely detail collaborative approaches to improving school attendance rates across the county.
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The Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) is a plan that sets out the council's financial plans and priorities over a period of typically three to five years. It helps to ensure that the council's spending plans are sustainable and aligned with its strategic objectives. You can find the draft budget and MTFS here: Appendix 1 - Draft Budget and Medium Term Financial Strategy MTFS. ↩
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The Section 151 Officer is the chief finance officer of a local authority, responsible for ensuring the legality, probity, and value for money of the authority's financial affairs. You can read their review of the budget here: Appendix 2 - S151 Officer Review of the Budget - S25 Statement. ↩
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This report details the feedback received from the public and stakeholders during the formal budget consultation period. You can view the report here: Appendix 3 - Budget Consultation Feedback Report. ↩
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The Corporate Overview and Scrutiny Committee provides an independent review of council policies and decisions. Their minutes from the 7 January 2026 meeting are available here: COSC Budget Scrutiny Minutes - 7 January 2026. ↩
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A Local Nature Recovery Strategy is a statutory plan required by the Environment Act 2021, which sets out how local areas will contribute to nature's recovery. You can find more information about the strategy here: Gloucestershire Local Nature Recover Strategy - Part 1 for jan cabinet. ↩
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