The Government provided extra funding in 2025/26 and has introduced a 'fair funding' basis for 2026/27. This means that we will be able to continue to put more money into Council Services, while staying on top of cost increases and pressures.
We've listened to your feedback as part of our budget consultation on where we should invest more in local services, so we will be targeting services that you have told us what really matter to you.
Our plans for 2026 and 2027 include bringing Tip services to fly-tipping hotspots and extra street cleansing; treating more road and pavement defects; improving employment opportunities for young people; and investing in ways to tackle anti-social behaviour - along with lots of other projects.
Watch the video with Cllr Richard Brown, Cabinet Member for Strategic Finance and Resources, to find out more.