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A proactive cross-party approach to the Council’s financial sustainability will be taken to manage the challenging budget situation which Sheffield City Council, like many other local authorities, faces.

Proactive efforts towards efficiency and savings are helping set a more balanced budget for the next financial year.

Over the past 13 years, Sheffield, along with many other local authorities, has seen significant reductions in funding from central government. Alongside this, demand for services is rising.

An ambitious transformation will deliver better customer service experiences for Sheffield residents and businesses.

Nearly 97% of children eligible to start secondary school in September this year (2025) have been allocated one of their three preferences.

Nearly 95 per cent of Sheffield children eligible to start primary school in September this year (2024) have been allocated their first preference.

The Sheffield College’s Peaks Campus has now reached the second phase of its Post-16 SEND Hub which focuses on employment, independence and participation.

A more flexible approach to home to school transport has been approved following a public consultation.

Nearly 97 per cent of Sheffield children eligible to start primary school in September this year (2025) have been allocated their first preference.

A new scheme for Care Leavers will provide them with a strong start in adult life.