Councillor Lee Jameson

Replacement of the existing fire alarm system Council Offices

From: Policy and Finance - Tuesday, 11th November, 2025 6.30 pm - November 11, 2025

...to approve bringing forward the £69,760 capital scheme for the Council Offices Fire Alarm Upgrade from the 2027/2028 financial year to 2025/2026.

Recommendations Approved

Council Tax Base 2026/27

From: Policy and Finance - Tuesday, 11th November, 2025 6.30 pm - November 11, 2025

...to note the Council Tax Base for 2026/27 is 25,853 and agree with the Budget Working Group's recommendation not to change the current exemptions and premiums as allowed under recent changes to legislation, but to keep the new powers under review.

For Determination

Fees and Charges 2026/27

From: Policy and Finance - Tuesday, 11th November, 2025 6.30 pm - November 11, 2025

...to approve the proposed fees and charges for 2026/27, as detailed in Annex 1, with the expectation of increasing budgeted income by £5,280 to £210,220, representing a 2.58% increase.

For Determination

Risk Management Policy

From: Accounts and Audit - Wednesday, 24th September, 2025 6.30 pm - September 24, 2025

...to approve the updated Risk Management Policy with minor amendments to improve clarity and enhance readability.

For Determination

Reference from Health and Housing Committee - Affordable Housing

From: Policy and Finance - Tuesday, 16th September, 2025 6.30 pm - September 16, 2025

Recommendations Approved