Consultation Strategy
Community consultation is a process by which Rochford District
Council asks members of the public their views on a particular
issue, in order to inform decision making. The Council uses a
range of methods to consult. For example, residents may be
invited to give their comments on a particular issue by letter, to
complete a questionnaire, or to attend a discussion meeting or
focus group.
Benefits to residents include:
- Opportunity to influence decisions and actions that affect
their lives
- Opportunity to express their views and concerns
- Opportunity to suggest service improvements Increased
understanding and involvement with the Council
Benefits to Council include:
- Better decision making
- Better understanding of the needs of local people
- Early warning of potential problems
- Opportunity to make services more relevant and effective