Decision details

To consider a Capital Programme for 2021/22.

Decision

(a)       That the capital programme proposed by the Capital Strategy and Asset Management Group (CSAM) for the period 2021/22 to 2025/26 and beyond be noted and those projects scheduled to commence in 2021/22 be progressed;

(b)       That the impact on future capital budgets of the two approved projects, where there would be contractual commitments beyond 2021/22 be noted:

(c)        That any further release of funds be paused at this stage, given the commitment to the St Mary’s school site.

(d)       That a further review be carried out as part of the 2020/21 capital closedown process.

Reason for decision

The budget process and timetable for 2021/22 was very tight and although a programme total was agreed, individual projects were not sufficiently developed and more time was needed to bring these investments forward.