History of the Compact
How was the Gloucestershire Compact developed?
The Gloucestershire Compact was developed by a multi-sector Compact Steering Group (which has now become the Gloucestershire Compact Group), formed after a conference to launch the process in March 2003 and supported by the Assembly Team.
The main Gloucestershire Compact and the Funding and Finance Code were initially launched in May 2004, and since then multi-sector working groups have developed the remaining Codes through meetings, events and email discussions. The Funding and Finance Code and Conflict Resolution Procedure have also been recently revised to take account of local experience and national developments.
Why have a Compact?
Having an effective local Compact can lead to better relations between the sectors, and so to better decisions and better services. For public sector partners commitment to partnership working is necessary for many external audits and inspections. For voluntary and community groups it can mean having local public bodies that are supportive and enabling, as well as consultation and involvement that works.
