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Everyone with links to the local community is affected by the positive and negative sustainability issues listed below. To make the most of living in the Borough, the Council is encouraging all residents, businesses, developers, schools, and other groups to play a part in living more sustainably.

Approaches to sustainable living change as new technology and ideas are developed, however this website aims to influence positive change through offering practical support for the most sustainable approach available. Wherever possible, further information has been provided in order for people to find their own answers to the issues they face.


Key positive sustainability issues

Key negative sustainability issues

High level of health and quality health services

High proportion of residents in fuel poverty

High proportion of decent homes

83% of target number of affordable homes been achieved

Low level of crime

High level of car use and road congestion

High biological and chemical river water quality

Poor quality of Sites of Special Scientific Importance

Amount of development on previously developed land above target

Lack of policy and active response to tackle climate change mitigation and adaptation

Amount of waste recycled on target

High proportion of residents at risk from flooding

High level of employment and average wage

No renewable energy generated in the borough


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