2. Purpose of engagement
2.1. In preparing a new local plan for West Suffolk we will seek to ensure that our approach to engagement is clear, effective, inclusive, meaningful and proportionate.
2.2. In preparing the West Suffolk Local Plan we will:
- engage early to raise awareness of the local plan process and opportunities to be involved
- make sure that local communities, businesses and stakeholders have the opportunity to influence preparation of the local plan
- raise awareness of the key issues and challenges facing West Suffolk in planning to meet future development needs
- demonstrate how consultation responses have been considered in the preparation of the local plan
- set out the anticipated impacts of proposals on places and communities
- make sure that statutory requirements for plan preparation and consultation are met.
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