Shared Principles Clause Samples

Shared Principles. This Compact outlines the relationship between the public sector and the voluntary & community sector in Cumbria allowing them to work together more effectively to strengthen communities and improve people’s lives. While there are many differences between the public and the voluntary & community sector, which must be acknowledged and respected, the sectors have much in common. In particular, the public sector and the voluntary and community sector share a common set of principles, which are at the heart of what they are trying to achieve. These principles make it clear that the Compact is neither a set of rules nor a bureaucratic burden, but a way of working that can help deliver real outcomes and improvements for people and communities. These principles have been created to help the sectors build relationships and work together effectively in partnership. The Compact’s commitments put these shared principles into practice. Respect The public sector and the voluntary & community sector are accountable in different ways, but both need to act with transparency and integrity. Effective partnerships are built on mutual understanding and an appreciation of the differences between partners of the Compact. Honesty It is only through open communication that strong partnerships can be built and maintained. Full and ▇▇▇▇▇ discussions should be the basis for resolving difficulties. Independence The independence of the voluntary & community sector is recognised and supported. This includes its right within the law to campaign, to comment on and to challenge public sector policy (whatever funding or other relationship may exist) and to determine and manage its own affairs. Diversity The public sector and the voluntary & community sector value a thriving civil society, which brings innovation and choice through a multitude of voices. Equality Fairness for everyone, regardless of their background, is a fundamental goal, and the public sector and the voluntary and community sector will work together to achieve this. Volunteering The energy and commitment of people giving their time for the public good contributes to a vibrant society, and should be recognised and appreciated. Citizen empowerment By working together, the public sector and the voluntary & community sector can deliver change that is built around communities and people, meeting their needs and reflecting their choices. Engagement in policy & development Voluntary and community sector organisations have expert...

Shared Principles. (i) Both Parties are committed to diversity and the inclusion of people of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and incomes. (ii) Both Parties believe technology has the potential to improve quality of life in cities, but that people must always come first. (iii) Both Parties respect privacy and believe in open standards that enable innovation by local government, researchers, companies, community groups, and the general public. (iv) Both Parties recognize the value in strong collaborations: the success of the Project depends on the support and confidence of government and the public.

Shared Principles. 2.1 This Memorandum of Understanding includes a range of principles which partners have agreed to apply to their strategic planning, budget setting and policy implementation. These are summarised below: (a) to work in collaboration with other partners to enable, wherever possible, the effective alignment of priorities and ensure future capital programmes and development plans take account of shared priorities. (para.1.4) (b) a commitment to developing a comprehensive infrastructure needs assessment for Hampshire that identifies infrastructure needs over the next twenty years, based on existing deficiencies, natural growth and development requirements (para 4.1) (c) a commitment to use their best endeavours to release local capital and other resources to meet Hampshire’s infrastructure needs. (para.6.1) (d) to work with a wide range of stakeholders, including those in the private sector and through Government agencies to secure funding. (para.6.2). (e) to position themselves so they are ready to respond to Government initiatives, such as Tax Increment Financing and continue to exploit grant schemes from Government Departments and key agencies such as the Highways Agency and the Homes and Communities Agency. (para.6.2) (f) to engage positively with Enterprise M3 LEP and the Solent LEP and develop closer relationships with the local business sector. In doing so, partners aim to better align Hampshire’s infrastructure priorities so that robust proposals for greater devolution of funding can be put forward to Government in order to invest in local growth schemes. (para.6.3). (g) a commitment to maintaining a collaborative approach towards local transport. (para.5.5). (h) to work flexibly with neighbouring authorities, including through bi-lateral arrangements with the two cities of Portsmouth and Southampton and other neighbouring counties. (para.5.5). (i) aim to ensure that any modifications to capital programmes to not take place in isolation but always in the context of the shared principles and the consideration of all the alternative funding mechanisms and potential opportunities available (para.5.9). (j) co-operate both within and beyond Hampshire, particularly in relation to the Community Infrastructure Levy (para.5.6) (k) local planning authority partners to consult with the County Council on their CIL charging schedules and in relation to their CIL Regulation 123 Lists (para.5.7) 2.2 In addition Partners have identified and agreed four principles to sp...

Shared Principles maintaining a cooperative partnership; (i) avoiding conflict and impediments to the delivery of the information provision; (ii) taking reasonable steps to assist one another to achieve the objectives of this MOU; and (iii) not knowingly acting in any way to the detriment of other participating agencies or their clients.

Shared Principles. To support the development of this relationship, the Department of Health and ▇▇▇▇▇ have agreed to a set of shared principles: Working together for patients, people who use services and the public, demonstrating our commitment to the values of the NHS set out in its Constitution. Respect for the importance of autonomy throughout the system, and the freedom of individual organisations to exercise their functions in the way they consider most appropriate. Recognition that the Secretary of State is ultimately accountable to Parliament and the public for the system overall. HSCIC will support the Department in the discharge of its accountability duties, and the Department will support HSCIC in the same way. Working together openly and positively. This will include working constructively and collaboratively with other organisations within and beyond the health and social care system.

Shared Principles. The parties commit to implementation of the above roles based on the following shared principles: i) the parties will maintain the Joint Management Committee (JMC) established under the terms of the 2013 trial arrangements to provide guidance and to manage any agreed evaluation of the implementation; ii) the implementation will support opportunities for TAFE NSW Institutes/Regions/Units to grow and secure employment opportunities for teachers; iii) the parties commit to maintaining TAFE NSW’s reputation for delivering high quality teaching and learning; iv) the parties will encourage local Institute/Region/Unit engagement, collaboration and decision making as appropriate; v) the parties will ensure timely decision making to support Institute/Region/Unit responsiveness to new delivery opportunities; vi) all Institutes/Regions/Units will have an opportunity to participate in the implementation within the agreed scope and criteria; vii) Institute Directors/General Managers will approve proposals following local consultation processes. Protocols agreed by the parties will guide this process. Any concerns regarding participation and implementation will be referred to the JMC; viii) information and data in relation to the implementation will be treated as confidential by the parties; ix) the implementation procedures may be varied by the agreement of the parties at any time.

Shared Principles. These shared principles will guide the relationship between the Parties: (a) Commitment to community-led development and community empowerment - Support for community empowerment and a community-led philosophy, recognising the mana and wisdom of community and seeking to enable, empower and connect. (b) Accountability - Two-way accountability where risks and benefits to the partners are shared equally. (c) A Spirit of Partnership - Behaviour and processes that build respect and trust, generosity and reciprocity, openness and acting in good faith. (d) Collaboration and inclusivity - Effective two-way partner communication and representation, seeking opportunities and addressing issues early and with no surprises. (e) Autonomy and independence - Recognition that both Parties are independent entities and have their own objectives and intent outside of the partnership. (f) Celebrating progress and achievement - Sharing success and regularly finding opportunities to celebrate.

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Shared Principles. We assert that these principles are fundamental to the relationship between statutory sector organisations and the voluntary and community sector:  voluntary action is an essential component of a democratic society;  an independent and diverse voluntary and community sector enriches society and is fundamental to its well being;  all members of the Compact will respect and recognise the independence and values of other members;  in the development and delivery of public policy and services, statutory organisations;  and the voluntary and community sector have distinct but complementary roles;  all members will strive to work with partners to make services excellent;  all members accept the need to communicate with and listen to other partners;  partnership is effective if it works towards common goals and achieves benefits for service users and communities statutory organisations and the voluntary and community sector have different forms of accountability and are answerable to different stakeholders. But common to both is the need for integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, leadership and inclusivity; voluntary and community organisations are entitled to campaign within the law to advance their aims; promoting equality of opportunity for all people regardless of race, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or any other discriminatory or oppressive criteria, and eliminating discriminatory or oppressive practice, is essential;  Parish and town councils are recognised as an important part of the statutory sector;  but with unique roots in local communities.