As part of the transformation programme we will build on existing collaborative frameworks. We will also explore the potential for new collaborative opportunities with other public sector bodies, where there are tangible benefits for our communities and/or the opportunity to reduce costs.
There will be particular emphasis on new opportunities that will help services remain resilient and where there are sound business cases to support proposals to collaborate.
Our approach will be twofold. There may be instances where there is a strong case to collaborate where others will lead; but we will also take well managed risks and seek out opportunities where we feel the council should be the Partner of Choice.
We will also consider how we can share assets with our public sector partners to maximise efficiencies and to explore the development of Community Hubs, which would provide one-stop shops where services from a range of partners can be provided from single locations.
The Council is currently working with the Aneurin Bevan University Local Health Board and Heddlu Gwent Police to develop proposals for Community Hubs across the County Borough.
| KEY ACTIONS | TIMESCALE |
|---|---|
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Explore potential new collaborative
opportunities where the Council can be the
Partner of Choice |
30th November 2019 |
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Report to be prepared outlining proposals
for the development of Community Hubs
across the County Borough |
31st December 2019 |