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Bromley Council is addressing a projected £16.16 million budget overspend for 2025/26, impacting its financial strategy and use of reserves.
Bromley Council is currently addressing a projected budget overspend of £16.16 million for the 2025/26 financial year, according to a report presented to its Executive committee in March 2026. This financial pressure, which relates to the financial support provided by the national government to local authorities, is expected to reduce the council's General Fund balance by £12 million.
To manage the overspend, Bromley Council plans to utilise earmarked reserves to maintain an overall balance of £20 million, with general reserves projected to decrease to £7,982,000 by March 2026. Separately, Lewisham Council's Mayor and Cabinet discussed financial strategy in July 2026.
Key facts
- Bromley Council forecasts a £16.16 million budget overspend for the 2025/26 financial year. Source
- The overspend is expected to lead to a £12 million reduction in Bromley Council's General Fund balance. Source
- Bromley Council plans to utilise earmarked reserves to fund the 2025/26 overspend. Source
- Bromley Council's general reserves are projected to decrease to £7,982,000 by 31st March 2026. Source
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