A stronger Buckinghamshire: Council sets out ambitious five-year plan for residents
Buckinghamshire Council has launched its new Corporate Plan, outlining how it will build on existing strengths over the next five years to keep improving everyday life for residents by creating more opportunities, investing in communities, improving local infrastructure and supporting vulnerable people.
The plan is designed to guide the council’s priorities, decisions and investment over the next five years. It sets out a clear vision for the future of Buckinghamshire and will be used to shape how council services are designed, delivered and improved, helping to make sure resources are focused on the issues that matter most to residents.
With a theme of building a ‘stronger Buckinghamshire together’ the plan provides a framework for measuring progress, holding the council to account and working with partners and communities to deliver positive change across the county.
The plan is underpinned by the council's vision for Buckinghamshire:
"A great place to live, work and visit - where those who need us most are supported, every resident can learn, work and succeed, our towns and villages are well-planned and connected, and our communities are active, resilient and proud."
Councillor Steven Broadbent, Leader of Buckinghamshire Council, said:
"This plan is our commitment to residents and our ambition for Buckinghamshire's future.
"We want Buckinghamshire to continue to grow as a place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and feels that they have a stake in the county - whether that's through education, employment, strong communities, quality public services or access to the support they need.
“While we know there will be challenges along the way, we are committed to turning this vision into reality. Working with residents, businesses, partners and community organisations, our focus will be on delivering meaningful improvements that residents can see, feel and benefit from in their daily lives.”
The Corporate Plan is built around five priorities:
Opportunity and aspiration for all – helping residents gain skills, access education, find employment and achieve their ambitions.
Shaping great places – supporting sustainable growth and ensuring towns and villages remain attractive and well connected.
Thriving communities – helping communities become healthier, safer and more resilient.
Supporting the most vulnerable – providing high-quality care and early support for those who need it most.
Quality and value – delivering efficient, trusted services and making the best use of public money.
Residents will be able to track the Council’s progress through regular public updates and an annual report. Together, these will show how the Council is delivering against its priorities, what has been achieved, and the positive impact this is having on people, communities and places across Buckinghamshire.
To read the corporate plan in full, visit corporate plan and priorities.