Need for the council to agree principles for partnership working with the VCS to set expectations in a VCS Compact

Question:
Need for the council to agree principles for partnership working with the VCS to set expectations in a VCS Compact
Answer:

We along with the VCS have agreed to a new VCS Compact. It has been approved by Cooperate (VCS & Council Partnership) Cabinet in November 2025. This sets out the:

  • values
  • principles
  • practices that will guide how both parties work together

This will ensure collaboration is:

  • effective
  • transparent
  • focused on improving the lives of borough residents.