Decision details
ADULT SOCIAL CARE BUDGET 2005/06
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Purpose:
To note the current budget position in relation to the Adult Social Care budget in 2005/06, the management actions being taken and the implications this may have on service delivery.
Decision:
THAT
(a) the budget position be noted;
(b) the approach taken to manage the over-commitment in the Social Care Budget be confirmed;
(c) officers be authorised to explore “invest to save” options showing quantified investments and quantified savings; and
(d) £714,000 from reserves be used to meet the carry forward overspend from 2004/05.
Reasons for the decision:
An understanding of the reasons for changes in service delivery and their financial implications is essential to support the management action to deliver the 2005/06 Budget within agreed tolerances. Confidence in the financial management procedures is critical.
Alternative options considered:
None.
Reason Key: Expenditure;
Wards Affected: (All Wards);
Restricted by: Paragraph 4;
Publication date: 25/11/2005
Date of decision: 17/11/2005
Effective from: 25/11/2005