Decision details

To consider the month end budget report and make any recommendations as appropriate.

RESOLVED:

That the report be noted, including the following:

1.         That the forecast revenue budget outturn for 2016/17 was £6.1m overspend, down from £15.0m last month, as set out in (paragraph 1 of the submitted report.

2.         That the forecast efficiencies and service reductions for 2016/17 were £62.9m, the same as last month, as set out in paragraph 45 of the submitted report.

3.         That the Section 151 Officer’s commentary and the Monitoring Officer’s Legal Implications commentary, as set out inparagraphs16 to 20 of the submitted report be noted.

Reasons for Decisions:

This report is presented to comply with the agreed policy of providing a monthly budget monitoring report to Cabinet for approval and action as necessary.

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