Fair

What We Have Achieved

We are committed to achieving the best outcomes for all residents by addressing inequalities. With help from the Institute of Health Equity, the Council has become a 'Marmot Borough'. 

This means we are using local insights and lived experiences to reshape support for everyone, particularly those most in need. 

As part of the Social Care Future movement, the Council is working with communities to make a real difference and create an inclusive borough. 

There has been a focus on special educational needs in response to the increasing number of children and young people with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and additional needs.

35% of all new homes have been built as affordable housing to support the rising challenge of housing costs across the Borough.

Some examples:

• We share power with people as equals by becoming involved in the Social Care Future movement.
• We are number one in the UK for adults with a learning disability in paid employment.
• We are the first in the country to use directed support for people who need care.
• We have co-produced a new SEND and Inclusion Strategy to make sure we continue to support children and young people with additional needs.
• We have invested in accommodation for care leavers across the Borough.
• We have created the Hardship Alliance with the voluntary sector to tackle poverty, opening a community pantry and supporting 5,414 children by reducing the cost of the school day.
• We have invested in schools across the Borough including building or securing seven additional schools, plus major expansions creating 1200 new school places.
• We have submitted a new local plan with an increased affordable housing target of 40%.
• We have a forum with our partners called Voices for Inclusion and Equality where we work to build vibrant, welcoming communities.

Where We Are Going

Priority 1

• Residents report feeling empowered to support and develop their communities and an increased sense of belonging, because of our work to reduce inequalities and promote inclusion. 

Priority 2

• Residents are supported to improve their circumstances, including support with debt, employment, and job opportunities.

Priority 3

• Residents have access to a range of education, skills, and opportunities to live a healthy life.

Priority 4

• People with the greatest need are helped to live in a place they call home.

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