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  Introduction


Our Strengths

Key Issues, Aims & Impacts

Emerging Issues

Key Plans &
Strategies


Key Contacts
 

 

THEMES | Environment

   

Emerging Issues

 

Climate Change
The scientific evidence is stronger now than ever before that climate change is linked with human activity (especially emissions of carbon dioxide, methane and other ‘greenhouse’ gases from  industry, transport and energy generation). The impacts of climate change are likely to be felt everywhere and Derwentside needs to consider not only the impact of its activities but also any adaptations which need to be made to cope with the current effects of climate change. 

Low Demand Housing
Many areas within Northern England, and to a lesser extent elsewhere, are experiencing rapid changes within the housing market which is resulting in a falling demand for local authority rented housing and significant numbers of vacant and often abandoned privately owned homes. Research indicates that within the foreseeable future this problem could affect over 4,000 properties within this district. 

 

Health

 
 

To address the causes of ill health by prevention, education and economic well-being

 
 
 

Environment

 
 

We will make Derwentside an attractive place to live and work

 
 
 

Lifelong Learning

 
 

To create a culture where people want to learn, have the opportunity to learn, and enjoy learning

 
 
 

Supporting Communities

 
 

By listening, responding and providing resources we will support people to achieve and maintain their voice

 
 
 

Economy

 
 

To develop a diverse, thriving economy that offers opportunity and
encouragement to all

 
 
 

Community Safety

 
 

Working together we will build safe communities and reduce fear

 
 

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