THE Reform UK administration at Staffordshire County Council says it has successfully balanced its books.
A final report on the authority’s financial performance for 2025-26 shows that the council delivered within 1% of its £753million budget.
Of that almost £330million was spent on adult social care and £223million on services for vulnerable children, young people and their families.
Cllr Sean Bagguley, Staffordshire County Council’s cabinet member for finance and resources, said:
"Successfully delivering a £753million budget with a small surplus in the face of rising costs for fuel, materials and wages is an excellent achievement.
"This is the result of consistently strong, detailed management with a focus on delivering the services people need, while remembering that every pound of public money must be spent wisely."
The report to the county council's cabinet shows that despite rising demand for social care, the council underspent by 0.89% of its overall budget.
The authority said Governmnet grants and contributions from developers had also allowed it to invest in highways projects, such as the A4091 in Fazeley, and schools.
Cllr Bagguley added:
"A council that cannot control its budget cannot meet its promises to residents.
"We will continue to meet our day-to-day responsibilities while investing in Staffordshire’s future."
