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Strong and Prosperous Communities: the White Paper on Local Government

Summary

The Paper examines ways of creating and sustaining strong local communities, emphasising the key role of local government in strategic leadership and new powers for local councils.

The Paper discusses effective, accountable and responsive local government seeking to position local government as a strategic leader in transforming local services and creating community cohesion.

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This is a White Paper (Cm. 6939-I & II) from the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG).
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How does it affect me?

A second volume examines the possible impact of the White Paper proposals on various interest groups, including:

  • Community safety
  • Health and well-being
  • Vulnerable people
  • Children, young people and families
  • Economic development, housing and planning
  • Climate change
  • The third sector (social enterprise and charities)

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