Real+Consultation+and+Involvement+-+some+HFRA+guidelines


 * EFFECTIVE PARTNERSHIP AND CONSULTATION**
 * with residents’ associations and with residents generally**


 * __Some basic guidelines__** //[as agreed at HFRA meeting, 11.6.06]//


 * //We expect the Council and other organisations wishing to work in partnership with residents’ associations and residents in general to adopt the following guidelines (in no particular order)://**


 * 1. a genuine commitment to partnership working, real involvement, participation and consultation**


 * 2. recognise it is an ongoing and continuous process**


 * 3. respect, listen, note and acknowledge**


 * 4. provide full information (as needed or requested)**


 * 5. enable full involvement**


 * 6. ensure good and accurate records**


 * 7. use clear and accessible language**


 * 8. ensure adequate time for effective participation**


 * 9. follow through on decisions**


 * 10. ensure good communication channels**

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 * 11. early notice and engagement on issues**