The Association of North East Councils is the political voice for local government in the North East. It represents all 25 local authorities in the region, throughout Northumberland, Tyne and Wear, Durham and the Tees Valley on issues of concern to them and the communities they serve.
It is a cross-Party organisation, with all of its Members democratically elected and accountable politicians.
The Association aims to tackle real issues which matter to people, whether it be the level of funding coming to the region, the environment, health, crime and community safety, tourism, housing or economic development. It makes the case on your behalf to Government and other important decision-makers, regionally, nationally and internationally.
Its role in shaping, developing and implementing policy seeks to reflect the diversity of communities across the region, rural and urban, from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Middlesbrough.
Aim
The aim of the Association of North East Councils is to represent the interests of local authorities and the communities they serve in the North East.
Objectives
The Association seeks to:
Ensure that the voice of local government is heard on a wide range of issues
Develop, shape and implement policy
Lobby and make effective representation
Build and strengthen relationships with opinion formers and decision-makers at every level
Develop a range of membership services which will add value
Facilitate the delivery of the local government improvement agenda in the North East
Make a positive and effective contribution to regional leadership and governance
Encourage, support, share and communicate best practice in local government
Demonstrate how local government represents the interest of communities
Develop the image, perception and reputation of local government
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