Period 8 Financial Performance Report
Croydon Council is currently reviewing its Period 8 financial performance, with a significant underspend projected for street services.
Croydon Council's Scrutiny Streets & Environment Sub-Committee reviewed the Period 8 Financial Performance Report in March 2026, which projected a £600,000 underspend in street services. This saving was primarily attributed to reduced street lighting costs and improved parking income, with £400,000 directly related to street and environment services.
The Period 8 Financial Performance Report details the council's financial performance for the eighth period of the financial year. Savings in street lighting costs, as noted in the report, were achieved through the transition to LED lanterns and extended periods of reduced lighting brightness.
Key facts
- Croydon Council projected a £600,000 underspend in its street services in March 2026. Source
- £400,000 of the projected underspend relates to street and environment services. Source
- Savings were attributed to reduced street lighting costs and improved parking income. Source
- The Period 8 Financial Performance Report was presented on March 23, 2026. Source
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