RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL

1.     That the 5 Year Capital Programme for 2026/27 to 2030/31, be approved.

2.     That the application of capital resources of £5,066,884 for 2026/27,  including a borrowing requirement of £2,627,099 be approved.

3.     That the Capital Strategy 2026/27 to 2030/31 be approved.

Reasons:

1.     To obtain approval for the proposed level of capital expenditure in 2026/27 and the suggested method of financing that expenditure.

2.     To provide a longer-term forecast of capital expend

3.     To ensure compliance with the Prudential Code