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What is a Parish and Community-led Plan?
A parish and community-led plan is a complete action plan which covers issues that concern your community. Through consultation, issues are identified and prioritised, and through partnership they’re achieved. A parish and community-led plan sets out a vision for the future of your community. It will include social, economical and environmental aspects. The plan can be used to influence agencies' strategies and relates to the local development framework.
What are the benefits to your community of a Parish and Community-led Plan?
- Bringing residents together and helping forge greater community spirit
- Identifying skills and talents within your community
- Increasing the potential to work in partnership
- Giving a solid framework to the community voice
What will a good Parish and Community-led Plan contain?
- A snapshot of the past, present and future of the community
- Current issues and concerns
- The need for new projects e.g. a community shop or transport scheme
- Evidence of need which will help when applying for funding
- Actions to achieve identified projects
- Room for review and development
