Decision details

RESOLVED:

That the Cabinet:-

(a)  notes the latest budget forecasts of the General Fund, Capital and Housing Revenue Account;

(b)  approves the Communications Service review, resulting in full year additional costs of approximately £50,000; and

(c)   approves the additional resources required in relation to Asbestos Management, resulting in full year additional costs of approximately £80,000 (with costs to be split between the HRA and General Fund accordingly).

REASONS FOR DECISION:

As set out in the report.

KEY DECISION:

No.

PORTFOLIO:

Finance, Investment and Corporate Services / All.

ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS CONSIDERED/REJECTED:

As set out in the report.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST(S):

None.

DISCUSSION:

In the absence of the Portfolio Holder, the Council’s Section 151 Officer introduced the report and highlighted the budget variations.

The Leader of the Council, in response to comments on service continuity, highlighted the need to pursue service innovation and efficiencies to ensure that front line services were protected and enhanced into the future.