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Council budgets
On an annual basis the Council formulates a budget that has the twin aims of providing financial stability and long term prosperity while delivering services within affordable limits. The budget setting process passes through a number of stages and takes account of factors such as funding available from the Government and local taxpayers, key local priorities and changes in legislation.
Budget Report
During January each year, following approval by the Executive, the Council proposes a budget for the forthcoming financial year. The proposed spending plans for each portfolio are set to address key challenges and to help the Council deliver its stated priorities. For the sixth year in succession, the budget has been formulated by proposing an increase in Council Tax of only 2.5%.
Budget Book
Following consultation with the public and key stakeholders the proposed budget is approved by Members at the end of February / beginning of March. Every year the Council publishes a Budget Book setting out, in detail, the agreed budget for the forthcoming financial year.
Section 52 Budget Statement
Under Section 52 of the Schools Standards and Framework Act 1998, the Council is required to publish a budget statement detailing the Local Education Authority and schools funding and expenditure for the forthcoming financial year. The format of the return is prescribed by the Secretary of State for Education.