Decision details

That the budgetary pressures be noted and the action to reduce the overspending be endorsed.

That contracts of £50,000 and above that have been exempted from the normal requirement to obtain competitive quotes be noted.

“Building a Better Bromley” refers to the Council’s intention to remain among the lowest Council Tax levels in Outer London through greater focus on priorities.  The Resources Portfolio Plan has the target that each department will spend within its budget. Chief Officers and Head of Finance stress the need for strict budget monitoring to minimise the risk of compounding pressure in future years.  It is key to performance management.