Working in partnership is a key area of focus for local authorities and other public bodies, especially so in consideration of the current wider economic climate and in response to central government requirements.
Partnership working benefits our delivery of services. Provides greater understanding of the publics needs, avoidance of duplication, shared skills, knowledge and data, securing additional resources, improved customer satisfaction and support.
Working in partnership includes those in the private, public or 'third' sectors. It can be a productive way of achieving more efficient and effective use of resources. There have been several initiatives from Government to improve the governance of partnerships locally.
We have developed an approach to partnership working, with a partnership framework. This enables the creation, participation in and scrutinising of partnerships involving the council.
We maintain a register of our partnerships, outlines key information all arrangements. The Register is reviewed annually.