RECOMMENDED TO CABINET:
(1) That the funding forecasts for 2021/22 and the significant uncertainty around Central Government funding levels in 2021/22 and beyond, and that these estimates provided could be subject to significant change, be noted;
(2) That the comments made at the budget workshops, and comment on the
inclusion of the revenue savings and investments in the draft budget, be noted;
(3) That the comments made at the budget workshops, and comment on the
inclusion of the capital investments in the draft budget, be noted;
(4) That the Council Tax increases for 2021/22 will be in line with the Medium Term Financial Strategy (i.e. the maximum amount allowed without the need for a local referendum), be confirmed.
REASON FOR DECISIONS: To ensure that all relevant factors are considered in arriving at a proposed budget and Council Tax level for 2021/22, to be considered by Full Council on 11 February 2021.