We need to ensure that the decisions we make take into account the views of local residents. Consultation - involving the public in the work of local government - has become an integral part of the planning and decision-making process.

As well as ensuring the decisions we make are open and transparent, we want to make our policies more effective by listening to and taking on-board the views of the public and interested groups.

To provide feedback to the Council, you can contact us by email, phone or through this website. See the Contact Us webpage for details.

Effective Consultation

The Council's Community Engagement Framework is a practical guide on how to undertake different types of community consultation and engagement. It outlines the tasks that should be undertaken and suggested approaches that encourage community involvement in decision making. It aims to encourage a commitment and consistency across the Council to undertake effective and appropriate consultation.

Current Council Consultations