New Duty to Inform, Consult and Involve

From April this year, local government and statutory agencies have a “duty to inform, consult and involve” people in decision-making.

The duty relates to both routine and occasional planning processes.

The new requirements provide an opportunity for voluntary and community organisations to play a valuable bridging role between service users, the wider community and public service representatives.

The Community Development Foundation has produced guidance to help the public sector and their partners make the most of the new requirements, which are available here.