The council has committed itself to a range of objectives to help improve the environment and the quality of life of residents.

Around half the borough is green space and it’s important that it’s protected for future generations. But looking after the environment is also about built-up areas.

The council has adopted an Environment Strategy which sets targets for improvements by 2011. The strategy supports people – both members of the public, council staff and partner organizations, to make better choices to help protect our local environment and achieve a sustainable future for today’s generations and generations to come.

Please click here to find out more about the Environment Strategy or download it from the 'Related documents' section below.

You can also find out information about a range of planning issues; licences; car parking and conservation of buildings by visiting some of the pages within the 'See also' section.

The council can help you in so many ways. Please click on the links in the ‘See also’ section below or view our factsheets:

• Your neighbourhood (PDF 36KB)
• Your town (PDF 38KB)