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Issue MARKGRO/09/1

Raised:Tue 21st April, 2009
Key Theme:Stronger Communities
Description:Issue was raised by local residents as they perceived a risk and negative impact if the Gypsy & Traveller community moved near to settled communities. http://www.leicestershireforums.org/uploads/31495b589e2386e171674925.doc
Lead:LCC - Community Engagement Team
Partners:Age Concern, NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland
Recommendations:To increase communication and activities that encourage positive dialogue, share experiences, decrease tensions and improve experiences amongst all communities.

Actions

What we will do:We will seek to work with existing organisations to engage and understand the communities we live with.
Progress to date:27/11/08 - Contact made with key individuals from Gypsy and Traveller community to share thoughts.
??/??/09 - LCC received funding to encourage Gypsy and Traveller community to work with settled community. Exploring how we can make the best use of resources with Age Concern and NHS
Status:On Going