We're asking residents, businesses and community groups to tell us what matters most to them as we plan our budget for April 2027 to March 2028.
We spend about £640 million a year. Most of it goes on care for adults and children, and on schools. The cost of care is rising faster than our income, so we need to save £18 million next year.
Take part
The online survey takes about 10 minutes. You can also pick up a paper copy at any library. The consultation closes on Friday 4 December 2026.
See open consultations and take part
What happens next
Councillors will see a summary of what people told us before they set the budget and council tax at the full council meeting in February 2027. Find out how we spend our budget now.
Photo: Council chamber by Michael D Beckwith, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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