Council Plan 2020-24

The Council Plan outlines the strategic direction of the Council. The Council Plan is is delivered through the two priority areas, each with five key objectives.

Prosperous communities:

1. Provide business friendly services through locality community hubs to enable businesses to set up and grow.
2. Attract inward investment.
3. Deliver economic growth through property acquisitions and commercial developments.
4. Support Economic growth through quality planning management.
5. Provide support to people to overcome barriers to employment.

Vibrant Communities:

1. Improve the health and wellbeing of people by providing excellent leisure facilities.
2. Provide a quality environment that we can all be proud of.
3. Work with our communities and developers to bring forward new housing opportunities.
4. Lead, engage and support our communities through the locality + programme.
5. Utilise digital technology to enhance resident access and achieve service efficiencies.

Each of the objectives is supported by the delivery of five key delivery arms:

1. Financial stability
2. Embracing technology
3. Flexible and skilled council
4. Working with our communities
5. To create a business and community hub.