Finance, Policy and Resources Committee
Richmond Council's Finance, Policy and Resources Committee is currently addressing a projected £3.1 million General Fund overspend.
Richmond Council's Finance, Policy and Resources Committee is currently addressing a projected £3.1 million overspend on its General Fund for the first quarter of the financial year, as highlighted in September 2026. This shortfall is primarily driven by significant pressures in social care and homelessness services. Councillor Jim Millard, Deputy Leader and Finance and Resources Lead Member, explained that demand for these statutory services is outstripping the council's capacity.
Despite £5.6 million in mitigating actions being implemented, the council anticipates a substantial shortfall, according to a report to the committee in September 2026. The Finance, Policy and Resources Committee, a body within Richmond Council, is responsible for financial oversight and strategic planning. No upcoming meetings for the committee are currently scheduled.
Key facts
- Richmond Council projects a £3.1 million General Fund overspend for the first quarter of the financial year. Source
- The overspend is primarily driven by pressures in social care and homelessness services. Source
- This figure was highlighted at the Finance, Policy and Resources Committee on 24 September 2026. Source
- £5.6 million in mitigating actions have been implemented by the council. Source
- Councillor Jim Millard explained demand for services is outstripping capacity. Source
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