Agenda item

RESOLVED: that

1.          the Participation Strategy 2023-27 (Appendix A) be approved for public consultation.

2.          It be noted that the draft Guide to the Constitution (Appendix B) will form part of the consultation process.

3.          a further report on the Participation Strategy 2023-27 be considered for final approval in Autumn 2023.

Cabinet considered the Council’s Participation Strategy for 2023-27.

It was highlighted that promoting civic participation and giving the people of Cardiff a voice in shaping the decisions that affect their lives represents key priorities for the Council.  The Participation Strategy sets out ways for this to be achieved.

Introducing a Participation Strategy is a statutory requirement under the Local Government & Elections Wales Act. The Strategy seeks to improve engagement with seldom heard voices, as well as amplify the voices of people who are currently less likely to get involved in the decision-making process.

The Strategy is split into two distinct components:

• Part 1 focuses on the Council’s Consultation and Engagement arrangements, ensuring that citizen voice is at the heart of decision making.

• Part 2 focuses on Democratic Engagement, promoting and supporting participation in the democratic process.

It was noted that following publication and completion of the consultation process, a further report will be brought to Cabinet in the Autumn to consider the outcome of the consultation and adopt a final version of the strategy.

RESOLVED: that

1.          the Participation Strategy 2023-27 (Appendix A) be approved for public consultation.

2.          It be noted that the draft Guide to the Constitution (Appendix B) will form part of the consultation process.

3.          a further report on the Participation Strategy 2023-27 be considered for final approval in Autumn 2023.