Agenda item

Notes the significant real term cuts to the Council’s budget experienced over the last 4 years, amounting to £120 million of savings, and further notes that this is the direct result of a failed strategy of austerity implemented by a Conservative-led UK Government.

Notes that due to the financial strategy pursued by the Welsh Labour Government, that the impact of spending cuts have been considerably less in Wales than in England and Scotland.

Welcomes the fact that the final financial settlement from Welsh Government for Financial Year 17/18 was not as severe as forecast, which allowed vital investment in areas such as social services, street cleansing and highways.

Thanks its employees for the resolve and resilience they have shown in the face of unprecedented austerity, and congratulates all Council staff for their hard work, which has delivered record improvements in performance, from recycling rates to education results, and has helped make Cardiff one of the most liveable cities in Europe.

Resolves to continue supporting our staff by remaining a living wage employer, by ensuring that each member of staff is always treated with respect, and by continuing to prioritise front line services.

Resolves to petition the Welsh Government to continue to mitigate the most devastating impact of continued Westminster Government austerity, in order for Cardiff Council to further build on plans and initiatives implemented over the last 5 years. 

Proposed by:    Councillor Huw Thomas.

Seconded by:   Councillor Christopher Weaver.