| 17 October to 29 November 2024 | Public and statutory consultation on draft proposals |
| From October 2024 | Overview and Scrutiny Committees receive the draft revenue and capital budget proposals |
| As required | Budget briefings for political groups and independent members |
| By January 2025 | Council tax base to be approved by the s151 Officer |
| Late January / early February 2025 | Receipt of the final settlement |
| 12 February 2025 | Recommendation of the final budget by Cabinet |
| 26 February 2025 | Council set the final budget envelope (statutory determinations) and council tax |
