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Simple terms explainer
Councils should work in partnership with public bodies, businesses, and community groups to identify priorities and deliver shared goals. This involves leading or supporting Community Planning Partnerships, coordinating resources, and ensuring that plans reflect local needs and reduce inequalities. By doing this, councils help create stronger, more resilient communities and ensure that services and investments achieve the greatest benefit for local people.
Legal status
Statutory
Duty category
Community planning
Duty type
Public impact
Social determinant of health
Social and community context
Emerging policy and legislation
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Bodies with shared interest
Community Planning Partnerships (CPPs)
Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA)
Health and Social Care Scotland (HSCS)
Third Sector Interfaces
Improvement Service
Public Health Scotland (PHS)
Standards and frameworks
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