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“Community planning is about how public bodies work together, and with local communities, to design and deliver better services that make a real difference to people's lives" (Scottish Government). 

Legislative responsibility is set out in The Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015.

Effective community planning focuses on where partners’ collective efforts can add most value for their local communities, with particular emphasis on reducing inequalities.

'Community Planning Partnership' is the name given to the group of services involved. In Shetland, this is The Shetland Partnership. The Shetland Partnership is made up of a variety of partners and community bodies working together to deliver our ambitions for the future.

What is the role of the Shetland Partnership?

The Shetland Partnership Fact Sheet summarises how the Partnership works together to improve lives. This Fact Sheet covers who's involved in the Partnership, how it works in practice, the story so far, and other useful information.

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Shetland Partnership consists of a number of partners who make up the Shetland Partnership Network. The Network aims to help partners create a sense of shared ownership of community planning; a safe environment for honest and open conversations; and, a culture of innovation, ambition and collective bravery. 

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The Management and Leadership Team (MLT) provides strategic leadership and oversight for community planning in Shetland, in line with guidance under Part 2 of The Community Empowerment Act. Membership of MLT is drawn from the five 'specified' partners agencies under the Act, who are responsible for ensuring community planning happens effectively and efficiently. Namely: Highlands and Islands Enterprise, NHS Shetland, Police Scotland, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and Shetland Islands Council. 

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