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Public Sector Group. Cornwall’s Future …… a new way of working together Alison Ward, Strategy Specialist, Cornwall Council. Changing Times ……. A new Government A downsizing of the state The promise of less central regulation Major public service reform Reduced budgets
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Public Sector Group Cornwall’s Future…… a new way of working togetherAlison Ward, Strategy Specialist, Cornwall Council
Changing Times …… • A new Government • A downsizing of the state • The promise of less central regulation • Major public service reform • Reduced budgets • Localism and devolution • A technology revolution
‘We will change structures so that public sector provision is more open to voluntary organisations, social enterprises and small businesses. We will help shift the balance of activities away from the state and empower people and communities by catalysing the creation of cooperatives, mutuals and joint ventures.’ Cabinet Office Business Plan 2011-2015 Published November 2010
The Changing role of the Public Sector • Rebalancing the relationship between the citizen and the state • Understanding the needs of communities and working with them to find solutions • Requires active participation, creativity and energy
Cornwall’s response • New approach for greater involvement • More responsive structures • Capturing the breadth of networks • Conversations with purpose • Citizen-led and participative
Where are we now….. ? Long Term Objectives • The economy • Self sufficient and resilient communities • Good health and wellbeing for everyone • The environment
Where are we now….. ? • Improve resilience and the self- sufficiency of communities • Improve health and radically redesign health and social care services • Bring Cornwall out of recession, focussing on the low carbon economy • Minimise waste, increase local generation of sustainable and affordable energy; and reduce consumption • Achieve a balanced housing market that meets local needs
Place People Local Enterprise Partnership Health and Wellbeing Board Cornwall Public Sector Group Integrated Framework for Action Organisational Business Plans - Operational Plans - Programmes
Place People Local Enterprise Partnership Health and Wellbeing Board Cornwall Public Sector Group Integrated Framework for Action Organisational Business Plans - Operational Plans - Programmes
A shared responsibility Open, flexible structures A direct dialogue An agreed set of objectives Get involved – share your ideas futurecornwall@cornwall.gov.uk Finally …..