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budget rebalancing

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Sutton Council is currently addressing a projected £36.5 million budget gap over the next three years, requiring a transformation programme.

A report to Sutton Council's Strategy and Resources Committee in October 2026 outlined a projected budget gap of £36.5 million over the next three years. This Medium Term Financial Strategy update stated that a comprehensive transformation programme and careful financial management are needed to address rising demand in key services.

The report noted increasing demand in adult social care, children's social care, housing, and special educational needs and disabilities. The Medium Term Financial Strategy update highlighted that the projected budget gap for the current year is £13.6 million.

Key facts

  1. Sutton Council faces a projected budget gap of £36.5 million over the next three years. Source
  2. A report presented to Sutton Council's Strategy and Resources Committee in October 2026 outlined the budget gap. Source
  3. The projected budget gap for the current year is £13.6 million. Source
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  1. Sutton Council faces £36.5m budget gap Sutton Council faces a significant budget gap of £36.5 million over the next three years, according to a report presented to the Strategy and Resources Committee. Sutton 7 October 2026