A Notice: Consultation on further integration between Derbyshire County Council & Derbyshire Community Health Services

Derbyshire County Council and Derbyshire Community Health Services have approved a joint public consultation to explore the potential for a formal partnership. This initiative aims to improve assessment and reablement services, helping residents maintain their independence at home for as long as possible.

The consultation runs from 5 December 2024 to 16 January 2025, and we’d love to hear your thoughts on the proposed partnership, which would combine budgets and strengthen collaboration between the two organisations.

Why This Matters

Assessment and reablement services play a vital role in supporting individuals who leave hospital or whose health and care needs change. By combining resources, we could deliver a seamless, consistent experience that ensures people receive the support they need to regain independence in their homes or community settings.

Currently, we’ve taken steps to align our activities informally, such as using multi-professional assessments and sharing skills and training. However, a formal partnership supported by a section 75 agreement would enable us to go further, creating a more effective and integrated service.

How You Can Get Involved

Your feedback is essential to shaping the future of these services. There are several ways to share your views:

• By email: Send your feedback to tell.adultcare@derbyshire.gov.uk.

• Online questionnaire: Complete the standard format survey at https://online1.snapsurveys.com/Sect75.

• Paper questionnaire: Request a printed copy of the survey if preferred.

  
  

Background and Next Steps

In a previous consultation about older people’s services, we heard from stakeholders about the potential benefits of aligning assessment and reablement activities more closely. This feedback has guided our current proposal, which seeks to formalise our collaboration to provide better outcomes for Derbyshire residents.

We are committed to working transparently and collaboratively to fully understand the implications of a formal partnership. After the consultation closes, all feedback will be carefully reviewed, and a recommendations paper will be presented to both organisations in early spring.

Your Voice Matters

This is your opportunity to help shape the future of health and care services in Derbyshire. By sharing your views, you can influence how we support individuals in our community to live independently and confidently at home.

Thank you for participating in this important conversation.

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South Derbyshire Local Plan Review: Have Your Say

The South Derbyshire District Council is currently reviewing its Local Plan Part 1, which was originally adopted in 2016. This revision aims to address changes in housing and employment needs, while enhancing the plan’s protections for the natural environment. A new Draft Local Plan Part 1 will soon be open for public consultation, offering residents and stakeholders the opportunity to shape development in the area up to 2039.

What is the Local Plan?

The Local Plan is a critical document that sets out the long-term strategy for development in South Derbyshire. It provides guidance on how much, where, and what types of larger developments will be permitted. It also includes policies and site allocations to help ensure new developments are sustainable and beneficial to the community.

This latest review is part of a regular update process to ensure the plan remains relevant. The council previously consulted on the plan’s Issues and Options in late 2022, and feedback from that has informed the revised draft.

What Will the Consultation Cover?

The upcoming consultation will ask for your views on the following:

• The Draft Local Plan Part 1, which updates the adopted 2016 plan.

• The Plan’s Sustainability Appraisal, assessing the social, environmental, and economic impacts of the plan.

You will also have the opportunity to comment on other relevant matters, such as the plan’s evidence base or any additional issues that should be considered.

How to Get Involved

The consultation opens on 7th October 2024, and we strongly encourage residents to participate. You can find all the relevant documents and submit your comments online through the council's dedicated webpage:www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/draftLPP1review.

Paper copies of the consultation document and questionnaire will be available at the South Derbyshire District Council Civic Offices, local libraries, and selected libraries outside the district.

Public Drop-In Events

To further engage with the community, the council will be holding a series of drop-in events where you can learn more about the plan and ask questions. These events are open to all, and you are welcome to attend any session that suits you. Below are the key dates and venues:

Venue	Date	Time
Derby Mickleover Hotel	Monday 14th October	4pm - 7.45pm
Sharpe’s Pottery Museum	Thursday 17th October	4pm - 7.45pm
Stenson Fields Primary School	Wednesday 23rd October	4.30pm - 7.45pm
Findern Village Hall	Friday 25th October	4pm - 7.45pm
Frank Wickham Hall	Tuesday 5th November	4.15pm - 7.45pm
All Saints Heritage Centre	Thursday 7th November	4pm - 7.45pm
Hilton Village Hall	Tuesday 12th November	4pm - 7.45pm
Melbourne Assembly Rooms	Thursday 14th November	4pm - 7.45pm
Rosliston and Cauldwell Village Hall	Friday 15th November	4.30pm - 7.45pm
Barrow On Trent Village Hall	Monday 18th November	4pm - 7.45pm
Willington Old School	Wednesday 20th November	4pm - 7.45pm

How to Submit Your Comments

The easiest way to have your say is by submitting your response online through the council's website. Written comments are the only form accepted, so be sure to provide feedback before the deadline on 6th December 2024.

If you're unable to submit comments online or need assistance, you can also send your completed questionnaire by email to local.plan@southderbyshire.gov.uk or by post to:

South Derbyshire District Council,Civic Offices,Civic Way,Swadlincote,DE11 0AH

For more information, contact the planning policy team at local.plan@southderbyshire.gov.uk.

This is your chance to contribute to the future of South Derbyshire. Please share this opportunity with your family, friends, and neighbours!