Initiative promoted by Local Government Association (UK) and implemented in cooperation with:

Congress of Local and Regional Authorities, and

Centre of Expertise for Local Government Reform

PART 1 – AUTHORITY INFORMATION

Authority Name

Contact Name

Position

Email

Telephone

Title of your best practice case study

PART 2 – PROJECT INFORMATION

Please summarise the case study you are submitting as best practice including a breakdown of the identified problems and action you have taken.

Please also provide details of any future plans, improvements or developments related to this project or linked to your vision for regenerating your coastal areas.

Relevant criteria: Innovation and  Sustainability

·         Does the experience represent a new way for addressing a common problem?

·         Does the experience represent a valid approach for addressing a new problem?

·         Does the experience use innovative approaches, methods and/or instruments?

·         Based on reducing public service funding in many countries, what innovative solutions have been found to achieve improved outcomes whilst costing less?

·         Is the initiative economically sustainable in the long term?

·         Does the initiative contribute to knowledge and social capital development?

·         Is the initiative coherent with environmental sustainability principles?

2.1 OUTCOMES

Please summarise the tangible outcomes from your project and the impact that this action has had on the identified problems.

Relevant criteria: Effectiveness

·         To what extent has the initiative been able to solve the problem identified?

·         Have achievements demonstrated a positive sustainable return on investment of resources?

2.2 LEADERSHIP, VISION AND STRATEGY

Please detail your projects local, sub-regional and national strategic links.

Relevant criteria: Relevance

·         Is the approach consistent with the priorities of the local area and elected representatives?

·         Is the initiative coherent with major reform trends and the changing face of the public sector?

2.3 COMMUNITY AND STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT AND EMPOWERMENT

Please explain how you have engaged your local community and stakeholders in the development and delivery of your project.

Relevant criteria: Relevance and Effectiveness

·         Does the initiative address a problem perceived as a priority by citizens?

·         Do the initiatives positively support local government in responding to citizens needs?

PART 3 SHARING BEST PRACTICE AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR COLLABORATION

How might you work with other coastal local authorities within Europe to maximise the opportunities for sharing best practice?

What experience does your authority have with sharing lessons with others? Give examples of where your authority has supported others to improve.

Relevant criteria: Replication

·         Can the experience be replicated in other contexts and other geographic areas?

·         Is the experience based on methods and instruments easily applicable in other contexts?

PART 4 SUPPORTING INFORMATION

Please use the section below to add any additional detail you wish to be included in your application.