Budget Proposals Consultations

A consultation was carried out on the draft savings, increased service provision (growth), proposals on fees and charges, and capital investment proposals between 15 November 2022 and 10 January 2023. Information was included on the Council’s website and was communicated through various channels, including newsletters to the general public, the voluntary sector, businesses and key partners, inviting them to contribute.

All responses have been considered by the Lead Members in putting together the draft budget for 2023/24. A summary of the feedback received and the Lead Member responses is set out in Appendix 6 and Appendix 7b in the attached report.

No changes to the draft budget have been made as a result of the feedback but the feedback will be considered for future budgets and financial planning.