1. The East Sussex Compact
Launched in 2003, revised in 2005 and 2011
In 2007 received a National Commendation for Innovation and Impact
In 2008 received a National Compact Excellence Award

2. Signatories to the East Sussex Compact include:
County Council
Borough and District councils
NHS Trusts
Voluntary and Community Organisations
Councils for Voluntary Service
Sussex Police
East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service

3. Aims of the East Sussex Compact
Agreeing commitments and an effective framework for partnership working
Improving working relationships in order to provide more effective and co-ordinated services to communities
Improving consultation, communication, collaboration, trust and respect
Assisting partner agencies in meeting common strategic aims

4. There are 6 Codes of Practice to underpin the East Sussex Compact.
Funding & Procurement
Consultation and Community Engagement
Volunteering
Community Groups
Partnerships
Equality and Diversity

5. Where Can I Find The Compact and Codes?
The East Sussex Compact and Codes can be downloaded from the East Sussex Strategic Partnership website:
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