Consultation and Involvement

'Your County needs You'

The County Council recognises the importance in ensuring that it consults with the VCS on all decisions made in the County and that to help inform these decisions the VCS must be represented and involved from an early stage. From this, not only are the VCS in the County assured a voice but the council can gain an increased awareness and knowledge provided through VCS engagement, allowing for more informed decisions to be made for the county.

As a member of the Worcestershire Partnership the County Council is signed up to follow the principles of the Worcestershire Compact. The group responsible for the Compact are currently in the process of developing a Consultation and Involvement Code of Practice which will help inform this process.

However, we are still working hard to ensure we consult with the VCS on all changes in policy for the County and to ensure that VCS representatives are involved in our work, helping to inform the decisions made for the County. The Worcestershire Infrastructure Consortium facilitate the process of electing representatives wherever a need is established, however there is a always a need for more representatives to get involved. Commitment can vary from one off grant evaluation panels to working representing the VCS and their views at working or theme groups on a particular issue or piece of work.

If  you are interested in finding out more or feel you have the knowledge and experience that could benefit the County please contact Jim Smith from the Worcestershire Infrastructure Consortium. WIC can inform you of the current opportunities for representation and offer support and guidance on the requirements of being a representative including training and tips on how best to feedback to the sector. Jim Smith is contactable on 01684 575545 or email wavocc@btconnect.com