The big picture: The council says public funding is not keeping pace with service demands despite implementing cost-saving measures over the past five years.
Why it matters: The outcome could affect residents in two ways:
Future council tax rates could be impacted
Public service delivery may need to be reviewed
By the numbers:
77p of every £1 goes to children's and adult care services.
The council has made savings over 5 years, but reports its budget gap continues to grow.
What they're saying: Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance, Cllr Richard Smith MVO, said in a letter to the Chancellor: "We accept fully how demand for funding for public services is universal, with all eyes looking towards the Treasury for urgent financial relief."
He added: "The council feels it essential that the pressures facing local authorities are fully recognised by government and reflected in the local government settlement."
Looking ahead: The Chancellor's Autumn Budget statement is scheduled for Wednesday.
