The Region's Priorities

The region’s priorities operate to a shorter timeframe compared to the objectives and vision and have been refreshed in light of consultation that took place in the region in early 2007.

They continue to reflect the findings of the State of the Region, include cross-cutting issues and focus on where working together at the regional level adds value.

Tackling social exclusion and inequalities is recognised as key to achieving better community cohesion and a more sustainable future for the East Midlands. It is addressed in the priority to reduce inequalities with key elements also addressed within other priorities, in particular creating sustainable and healthy communities and improving economic performance and competitiveness.
 
The Five Agreed Priorities for the Region:

1. Reduce inequalities and improve community cohesion in the region by combating discrimination and improving equality of economic opportunities, education, health and access to decent homes
2. Conserve and enhance the natural environment by tackling the biodiversity deficit and enhancing the environmental infrastructure
3. Create sustainable and healthy communities throughout the region by:
   • Empowering and engaging communities
   • Ensuring sustainable design and construction
   • Improving the resource efficiency and quality of the existing built environment
   • Improving access to services and opportunities, including affordable housing and cultural activities
   • Reducing the fear of crime and anti-social behaviour
   • Developing social capital
4. Improve sustainable economic performance and competitiveness by:
   • Encouraging enterprise and innovation
   • Improving the performance of existing businesses
   • Ensuring ongoing development of learning and skills
   • Ensuring the efficient use of the region’s infrastructure, including ICT
   • Creating high quality employment opportunities
5. Reduce the impacts on and of climate change and use natural resources more efficiently by:
   • Reducing energy consumption
   • Increasing the amount of energy generated from renewable sources
   • Reducing the amount of waste generated
   • Working towards sustainable production and consumption
   • Improving the region’s resilience to change 

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