The Government also feels that it is important that councils seek the views of local people and organisations on the most effective decision-making systems. To this end, it issued further guidance during 2000. In response to the Government's guidance, we have conducted further surveys among residents and held discussions with voluntary, community and business sector organisations. The results of this second wave of consultation will help us to refine our existing proposals or indeed work up entirely new ones, if that is what local people want us to do. The size and nature of these structures is likely to vary from area to area, building on what currently exists.
Local consultations are underway.
The outcome should be known soon and detailed planning will take place through the summer months. We hope to have working examples in place during the autumn. We hope that Councillors will be able to make their final decision about our structure at the Council Meeting on 11th April 2001. Please read our disclaimer .