Strategy & Resources Committee

Members are reminded that they must not participate in the discussion or voting on any matter, in which they have a Disclosable Pecuniary Interest, and should leave the room prior to the commencement of the debate.

Members are asked to receive any questions, statements or petitions, of which notice has been received, from members of the public.

The Committee is asked to receive any questions, of which appropriate notice has been received, from Members.

Members are asked to agree the non-exempt minutes, attached marked 5, of the Strategy and Resources Committee meeting, held on 22 July 2026, and that they be signed as a correct record.

This report, attached marked 6, provides information on the financial performance of the Service, and seeks approval for action, where necessary.

This report, attached marked 7, provides a review of the Reserves position for 2026/27 and seeks approval for action, where necessary.

This report, attached marked 8, provides an update on the draft Statement of Accounts for Financial Year 2025/26, year ending 31 March 2026.

This report, attached marked 9, is presented to the Strategy & Resources Committee for consideration and comment. The Committee is asked to recommend that the Fire Authority approves a budget of £200,000, excluding VAT, to commission two further courses at the Fire Service College.