Issue details

Robustness of Budget Estimates and Adequacy of Reserves

Required as part of the budget setting process for 2025/26 to ensure compliance with the Budget Framework as set out in the Council’s Constitution.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Expenditure >£100,000 and affects more than 1 ward;

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 02/01/2026

Anticipated restriction: Public -

Decision due: 3 Feb 2026 by Cabinet

Lead member: Councillor Keith Merrie MBE, Finance and Corporate Portfolio Holder keith.merrie@nwleicestershire.gov.uk

Lead director: Strategic Director of Resources

Contact: Paul Stone, Strategic Director of Resources (Section 151 Officer) Email: paul.stone@nwleicestershire.gov.uk Tel: 01530 454495.

Scrutiny Committee Considered: Corporate Scrutiny - 22 January 2026