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Council Plan and Priorities

The Council has agreed a Vision and 5 Priorities which are set out in the Council Plan.

The Council's Vision

'The Council's vision is for Craven to be a prosperous place with strong, vibrant and diverse communities.'

To deliver this vision we will strengthen our relationship with the County and District Councils, our Parishes and other partners; and seek greater influence through our membership of the Local Enterprise Partnerships for 'York, North Yorkshire and the East Riding' and  the 'Leeds City Region.'

We will work together to develop and grow the local economy and strengthen our communities, whilst conserving and enhancing our unique rural environment; ensuring sustainable towns and villages with access to suitable housing and excellent local services.

The Council's Priorities

  • Affordable Housing
  • Enterprising Craven
  • Empowering Communities
  • Reducing Carbon
  • Council Transformation

The Council Plan 2012 2016 sets out the Council's programme for transformation and service improvement to Craven's communities against the priorities. It sets out 12 key actions for delivery. 

pdf icon Council Plan 2012 2016 [722kb]

pdf icon Council Plan 2012 2016 Summary [159kb]