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Prosperous places: sub national review consultation
20 June 2008
The sub national review consultation — linked to the phasing out of the regional assembly and development of a single, integrated regional strategy - closed on 20 June 2008. VSNW's response outlined the following.
VSNW supports the notion of a single integrated regional strategy.
Within that context, we would seek to ensure that the full capabilities of the region are engaged in building economic growth that is substantive and sustainable; it should:
- include a broad partnership of all three sectors, including the voluntary and community sector (VCS), at regional, sub-regional and local level
- promote quality of life for all — this should be included as an objective of the regional strategy
- be environmentally sustainable.
We agree and believe that:
“[the third sector is] a driver of …opportunity and prosperity”
The Rt. Hon. John Hutton MP, Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform, 13 March 2008
We believe this should be fully reflected in future regional, sub-regional and local arrangements.
VSNW's response makes further, specific recommendations. Of particular note are the seven recommendations (pp 3-4) concerning VCS capacity to support a regional, economically focussed strategy.
VSNW consultation response in full (20 June 2008)
Joint North West Development Agency and Regional Assembly response (20 June 2008)
VSNW briefing on sub national review (4 June 2008)
Featured Event
Influencing Parliament with the Communities and Local Government Select Committee
As part of the Parliamentary Outreach and VSNW 'Get Involved' series of events, this event will explore:
►What Parliament is and what it does
►How groups can effectively engage with Parliament
►Insights from a Specialist Clerk from the House of Commons Communities and Local Government Select Committee
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Listen Value Invest campaign is launched at the Houses of Parliament
The Listen Value Invest campaign was launched in a special event at the Houses of Parliament last week.
Events & Trainings
VSNW’s list of events & training opportunities for VCS groups in the North West
