Budget Simulator

Proven to consistently deliver great results for budget engagement and consultation

Budget Simulator is a customisable online consultation tool from Delib. In the financial year '07-'08, it was used by 10 local authorities including Barnet, Northamptonshire and Maidstone.

Budget Simulator works by letting participants:

• » read background information on specified budget headings before adjusting each budget item up or down;
• » see the consequences of their allocations on council tax and service areas;
• » compare their budget to the previous year's actual budget;
• » submit their proposed budget along with any additional comments and demographic details.

Simple yet sophisticated budget consultation

Do you need to consult on your budget? Are you worried that :

• It's complex?
• People find it hard to understand?
• People find it boring?

Budget Simulator:

• Makes it easy for people to understand key budget issues
• Makes it easy to gather informed views on budget priorities
• Engages people (even the hard-to-reach) in budget consultation
• Allows you to consult lots of people meaningfully at minimal cost