Regeneration Delivery Plan - Somerset

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Regeneration Delivery PlanAPRIL 2009

Project Taunton

Somerset County Council

Somerset County Council

LTodd

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Somerset County Council has 15 regeneration priorities grouped into 4 keyregeneration themes:

Regeneration Regeneration PrioritiesTheme

This Delivery Plan draws together all of the key implementation activitiesacross Somerset County Council’s Directorates and Service Areas thatcontribute to the achievement of these regeneration priorities. For thepurposes of this document activities are identified under their principalregeneration theme/priority, although it is clear that many deliver againstseveral themes and priorities. For instance, the 21 individual projectsmaking up Waterlinks will deliver against all four themes and 13 of the 15priorities.

Wherever possible the Delivery Plan sets out the proposed timing,resourcing and partnership arrangements for each delivery action.

However in relation to the proposed funding arrangements set out in theDelivery Plan, it is important to understand that future funding allocationsare not commitments but will be subject to annual budget processes thattake into account the availability of funds and the relative priorities betweenall of the resource demands across the Council’s wide range ofresponsibilities.

Also it should be noted that there are numerous other implementationactivities across Somerset County Council’s various service areas that are notstrategic in nature, although they may be of great local importance, and aretherefore not included in this overview document. Details of these arecontained in the delivery plans of the County Council’s individual serviceareas.

The Delivery Plan can only be successfully implemented through thecoordination of a wide range of activities across the Council. This isrecognised in the governance arrangements that have been put in place.

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Introduction

SustainableCommunities

Accessibility

Built and NaturalEnvironment

EconomicDevelopment

SC1 Physical regeneration of towns andcommunitiesSC2 Sustaining rural communitiesSC3 Contributing to the provision of affordablehousing

AC1 Improving public transportAC2 Promoting walking and cyclingAC3 Improving the rights of way networkAC4 Tackling congestion

EN1 Addressing climate changeEN2 Preserving our cultural heritageEN3 Maintaining and enhancing natural assets andbiodiversityEN4 Managing waste

EC1 Attracting investmentEC2 Improving productivityEC3 Promoting tourismEC4 Improving the economic vitality of markettowns and rural areas

Heading up the arrangements is the Regeneration Strategy Groupcomprised of members and senior officers. This group will be responsiblefor forming, maintaining and reviewing links to regional and sub-regionalbodies in relation to regeneration issues affecting Somerset. The Regeneration Strategy Group also has overall responsibility for:

Overseeing the implementation of the Delivery Plan,Reviewing the Delivery Plan annually,Coordinating actions across Directorates and Service Areas;Promoting issues relating to regeneration and development both within theCounty and externally;Coordinating and prioritising the Council’s input into the various physicalregeneration initiatives (such as Bridgwater Challenge) and otherregeneration programmes; and Ensuring that the Council’s aims, objectivesand interests are properly represented in relationships with externalstakeholders.

The Regeneration Delivery Group, comprising the relevant heads of serviceand group managers supports the Regeneration Strategy Group, and isresponsible for coordinating and prioritising the day-to-day activitiesassociated with implementing the Delivery Plan.

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Delivery Action Location or Priority/ Estimated Proposed Funding Delivery Additional Comments/InformationPriority Areas Timing Cost (£) Sources (1) Partners

Somerset County Council’s Regeneration Delivery Plan

1.1 Contribute to thedevelopment of regionalspatial policy through theprovision of technicaladvice and evidence.

1.2 Review LDFs andstrategically significantplanning applications toensure consistency withthe RSS and SCCregeneration andcommunity servicesinterests.

1.3 Contribute to thedelivery of the ProjectTaunton town centrephysical regenerationproject.

1.4 Contribute to thedelivery of the YeovilVision town centrephysical regenerationproject.

Somerset withemphasis on majorgrowth areas ofTaunton/Bridgwater/Wellington andYeovil.

Somerset

Taunton town centre

Yeovil town centre

High priority withtiming dependenton SWRA and theEiP process.

Ongoing.

Long-termdelivery program,with specificprojects deliveredin accordancewith priorities andfundingavailability.

Long-termdelivery program.

In-houseresources withspecialistconsultant studiesand support.

In-houseresources.

In-houseresources plus£220,000 pa for 3years to fund theTaunton VisionDelivery Team.

In-houseresources plus£125,000 to funddelivery activities.

Consultancy funding of£30,000 for 2006/7 hasbeen committed on ashared basis by SCC andthe District Councils.

SWRA makes acontribution of £5,000pa for assessments ofconformity with the RSS.

SWRDA and TDBC have also committed£220,000 pa for 3 yearsto fund the TauntonVision Delivery Team.The current fundingcommitment runs to2007/8 and collectivelyamounts to a £1.98million funding packageover 3 years.

SCC’s current fundingcommitment is for2006/7 only.

DistrictCouncils,SWRDA

SWRA,DistrictCouncils

SWRDA,TDBC, EA.

SSDC, Yeovil TownCouncil

Aim is to ensure that Somerset’s interestsare properly considered in theformulation of regional policies, andwherever possible to deliver acoordinated Somerset positiondeveloped in consultation with thedelivery partners.

Assessments of conformity with the RSSare carried out under a MoU with theSWRA.Note: SCC is currently finalising aguideline document to clarify itsconsultation requirements for externalpartners and standardise internalprocesses.

Taunton is identified as a StrategicallySignificant Town in the draft RSS. SCCparticipates at the Advisory Board(members) and Executive Group (officers)levels and provides technical advice andexpertise to various project groups. AsHighways Authority, SCC is alsoresponsible for delivery of the InnerNorthern Distributor Road and Third Waymajor projects essential to the delivery of the Taunton vision. (See Action AC4.3)

Yeovil is identified as a StrategicallySignificant Town in the draft RSS. SCC is represented on the Project Team andSteering Group, and provides technicalexpertise and advice as required.

Sustainable CommunitiesSC1: Physical regeneration of towns and communities

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1.5 Contribute to thedevelopment andimplementation of theBridgwater Challengeurban regenerationstrategy.

1.6 Work withDistrict/Borough Councilsin planning andnegotiations for strategicurban expansions.

1.7 Undertake TauntonTransport Strategy Review 2.

1.8 Develop a corporateapproach and ‘Code ofPractice’ for dealing withS106 developerscontributions in Somerset.

Bridgwater towncentre

Monkton Heathfield,South Bridgwater

Taunton/Bridgwater/Wellington

Somerset

Strategycompleted by end2006, then a long-term deliveryprogram.

Front-endplanning for alonger-termdevelopment.

2006-2007

High priority butdeliveryhampered by in-house resourceconstraints.

In-houseresources only atthis stage.

In-houseresources

£333,000

In-houseresources

SCC is currentlyinvolved in negotiationswith SWRDA and SDCfor a longer-termdelivery fundingpackage.

Developer funded andlikely to require S106developer contributionsto provide a range ofservices includingaffordable housing andpublic transport.

Predominantly SCCfunding with minorcontributions fromHighways Agency, TDBCand SDC.

SWRDA,SDC

TDBC, SDC,Developers

DistrictCouncils,HighwaysAgency,externalconsultants

DistrictCouncils

Bridgwater is identified as a StrategicallySignificant Town in the draft RSS. SCC isrepresented on the Project Team andSteering Group, and provides technicalexpertise and advice as required.

TDBC and SDC are leading this work andSCC is providing advice on specificmatters including transport, education,community services and biodiversity.

Critical part of joint planning for thesecommunities as required by the RSS.First step is the development of anupgraded transport model, which will beused to test transport/land use optionsand identify priority transport initiatives.

Being developed under the auspices ofthe Somerset Strategic PlanningConference and is intended to ensurethat SCC and the local planningauthorities have a consistent, agreedapproach to S106 matters and that thecommunity benefit of these contributions is maximised consistentwith recent government guidance.


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1.9 Develop theWaterlinks Programme.This is a network ofprojects, whose aim is tounlock the economic,social and environmentalpotential of ourwaterways, wetlands andadjoining communities,contributing to urban andrural regeneration.

2.1 Improve access toservices in ruralcommunities.

Taunton, Bridgwater,Langport andGlastonbury, and theLevels and Moors.

All of rural Somerset.

Programme ofproject delivery isbeing reviewed inlight of theWaterlinks bid notreaching thetelevised final ofthe Big LotteryFunds LivingLandmarksprogramme.

Annual RuralRenaissanceDelivery Programme asagreed withSWRDA.

Developmentfunding of £500k(BIG Lottery) &£300k (partners)spent in 2006 &2007 on projectdevelopment.Funding bid fordelivery £30m.

In-houseresources withoccasionalspecialistconsultant studiesand support.

Partners £30m.

£225k for 2006/07 hasbeen committed bySWRDA through RuralRenaissance. Further£270k for 2007/08 nowalso committed. SCCprovides the secretariatand accountable bodyrole for the Partnership.

Mendip,SouthSomerset,andSedgemoorDCs andTauntonDeane BC,ProjectTaunton, andSomersetWaterwaysDevelopmentTrust.

SRRPthrough localagents:DistrictCouncils,CommunityCouncil forSomerset,localcommunitygroups.

The Waterlinks Programme is anintegrated package of regeneration andwaterways improvement projects, theunifying concept of which is a set ofHubs and Spokes, into which the 21individual projects are being organized.The Hubs (the 4 towns) are the spatialfocal points of the programme, whereresidents and visitors can experience acollection of Waterlinks projects. Thespokes represent sustainable ways oftravelling between hubs, includingopportunities for boating and canoeing,waking, riding, cycling and bus services.

SCC acts as accountable body to RuralRenaissance which supports projectsthat:• Sustain and develop services in

rural areas; • Maximise potential of existing

resources and facilities in rural communities;

• Develop social enterprises as a means of sustaining services.


SC2: Sustaining rural communities

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2.2 Provide enterprisedevelopment andsupport, help overcomeexclusion, skills gaps andbarriers, developsustainable tourism andlocal identity.

2.3 Promote sustainablerural communities viaSomerset County Farmsestate policies.

2.4 Implement theSomerset Broadplacesprogramme.

All rural areas andmarket towns

Relevant to all ruralSomerset

Relevant to allSomerset

Annual DeliveryProgramme asagreed withSWRDA

High priority

High priorityPilot in early2007, widerrollout later in2007.

In-houseresources withoccasionalspecialistconsultant studiesand support.

In-houseresources

In-houseresources withcommitment fromselectedcommunities

c£700k for 2006/07 and£1.1m for 2007/08 hasbeen committed bySWRDA to the RuralRenaissance Partnershipfor a range of projectinitiatives under the mainRR Programme. Further£0.5m for redundantbuilding programme tobring about creation ofnew workspace. SCCprovides the secretariatand accountable bodyrole for the Partnership.

SCC have developed aRural Regeneration Fundvia disposals of “noncore” holdings. The fundinvests in strategicprojects to develop anddiversify Somerset’s ruraleconomy

Pilot: £7k from RuralRenaissance; £25k fromEconomic Development2007 rollout:£25k from Rural Ren;£55k from EconomicDevelopment; £25kcurrently unfunded

SRRP

CommunityCouncil forSomerset;DistrictCouncils;ParishCouncils

The RR main programme supportsprojects which improve the ruraleconomy e.g.:• Development, launch and marketing

of long distance walking and horse riding trails such as the Coleridge Way, and working with rural businesses to maximise tourist potential;

• BOOST project which provides support to people in the creative sector to improve economic activity and entrepreneurial skills.

SCC maintains a core estate includingconcentrations of holding in Donyatt andthe Quantocks. Encourages entry tofarming and promotion of agriculture andrural enterprise SCC is undertaking an auditof the development potential of the countyfarms estate to identify opportunities toachieve economic, social andenvironmental well being through new usesof parts of the estate.

Somerset Broadplaces helps selectedcommunities to put broadband skills andtechnologies at the heart of their activity.

Sustainable CommunitiesSC2: Sustaining rural communities

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2.5 Provide mobile libraryservices to remote/ isolatedcommunities, and reviewspecification for newvehicles to enable flexibleuse by other agencies andimproved on-line access topublic services.

2.6 Extend the openinghours of libraries.

2.7 Maintain and updatePeople’s Network.

2.8 Extend opportunities forupskilling workforce inSMEs and public servicesthrough Train 2 Gain andLearn Direct providedthrough libraries andcommunity venues.

3.1 Support the SomersetStrategic Housing OfficerGroup in addressingaffordable housing needs.

Predominantly ruralareas

Dulverton, Cheddar,Ilchester initially, then Yeovil

Somerset and onmobile services

Somerset

Somerset

Ongoing – firstnew vehicle to becommissioned inApril 2007.

2007-2010

Upgrade plannedfor 2007

Annual contractsfrom LSC, bidsthrough ALL andSCT

High priority inview of identifiedlevels of need.

NA

NA

£250,000

Varies

In-houseresources

SCC capital programmeand in-house resources

Potential SCC capitalprogramme, Big Lotteryfunds

LABGI plus in-housefunding

LSC

DEFRA has committed£136,000 to fund twoRegional EnablingOfficers to 2008.Supporting Peopleprogramme offers matchfunding of £725,000 for2006-2008 for supportedhousing for the elderly.

ExmoorNational Park,IlchesterTown Council

NA

LibraryService

DistrictCouncils,RSLs,Developers

Aiming to provide county-wide access tolibrary services including Exmoor.

Programme of providing self renewalthrough RFID (radio frequencyidentification) systems. Funding not yetsecured. Aim is to free up staff to helpwith customer access and information.

The internet access system requiresupgrading urgently.

The use of libraries and a network of 300community venues should provide 25%of learners with access within 1 mile ofhome. The programme includesprovision of work-based training forModern Apprentices.

SCC is not a housing authority but iscommitted to working cooperatively withpartners to address housing affordabilityissues.

Sustainable CommunitiesSC2: Sustaining rural communities

SC3: Contributing to the provision of affordable housing

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3.2 Ensure surplus land isoffered to District Councilsand work with interestedHousing Associations/DCsto enable development ofaffordable homes.

3.3 Contribute to thedevelopment of policiesfor the provision ofgypsies and travellers siteprovision and to theidentification of suitablesites.

3.4 Continue to provideand/or manage gypsy andtraveller sites in Somerset.

Somerset

Somerset

Somerset

Ongoing

Ongoing

Ongoing

In-houseresources

In-houseresources

In-houseresources

District Councils areresponsible forproviding gypsy andtraveller accommodation,SCC contributes in kind(e.g. by leasing suitablesites to the DistrictCouncils).Funding from rentsreceived and grants isused to maintain andenhance the sites.

DistrictCouncils

DistrictCouncils

DistrictCouncilsespeciallySSDC whichleases 2 sitesfrom SCC.

This arrangement is formalised through aLocal Area Agreement and ensures thatthe affordable housing potential of SCC’sextensive landholdings is maximised incooperation with the District Councils asthe responsible housing authorities.Can include schemes for development ofaffordable housing outside of Local Plandevelopment limits in areas whereresidential development potential islimited.SCC is not a housing authority but iscommitted to working cooperatively withpartners to address gypsy and travellerissues. SCC participates in a Gypsy andTraveller Working Group addressingthese issues in Somerset.

Sustainable CommunitiesSC3: Contributing to the provision of affordable housing

(1) Funding sources are unsecured and subject to normal budgetary processes unless otherwise stated.

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1.1 Deliver ‘AccessibilityPlanning’ service.

1.2 Introduce a ‘Fast Bus’service linking Yeovil andTaunton.

1.3 Extend ‘Quality BusPartnership’ services inrural areas.

1.4 Extend ‘Quality BusPartnership’ services inurban areas.

1.5 Expand the provisionof demand responsivetransport services in ruralareas.

Set out in the LTP.High priorities areBridgwater area,Burnham-on-Sea,West Somerset andFrome area.

Yeovil and Taunton

Priority schemes areGlastonbury–Bridgwater, Chard-Taunton, andSomerton-Taunton.

Taunton & Yeovil

Bridgwater,Highbridge,Burnham ruralcatchment extendingto the Quantocks,Chard and Somertonrural catchments in2006/7.

Accessibilityaction plans to bedevelopedbetween 2006and 2011.

Service to beintroduced in2007/8.

4 new schemes tobe introducedprogressivelybetween 2006and 2011.

2 new schemes tobe introduced in2010/11.

5 schemes to beimplementedprogressivelybetween 2006/7and 2009/10.

In-houseresources withnew accessibilityteam.

£1.071 millioncapital cost.

£0.459 millioncapital costs over5 years.



Initially SCC fundingwith a view toidentifying deliveryactions/funding frompartners.

SCC/LTP funding

SCC/LTP funding

SCC/LTP funding

SCC/LTP funding

Healthservices,Learning &Skills Council,JobcentrePlus, DistrictCouncils.Private busoperators,SSC andTDBC.

Private busoperators,and DistrictCouncils.



Aim to ‘mainstream’ accessibilityplanning techniques into SCC andpartners service delivery.

Forms part of the overall programme toexpand the Quality Bus Partnershipsnetwork (See Actions AC1.3 and 1.4).

Quality Bus Partnerships compriseSomerset’s fixed core bus network withenhanced infrastructure and servicelevels including low-floor buses, betterservice and timetable information andimproved bus stops. SCC’s commitmentto these core routes is expected toencourage increased investment by thebus operators leading to increasedpatronage and enhanced viability.

Programme to extend coverage of theSomerset Links (SLINKY) demandresponsive bus services introduced in2005 to areas that cannot be serviced byscheduled services. May besupplemented by minor extensions tothe existing Taxi-bus service in sparselypopulated areas of the county.

AccessibilityAC1: Improving public transport

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1.6 Implement aprogramme of businterchangeimprovements in the mainurban centres.

1.7 Implement aprogramme of ruralinterchangeimprovements.

1.8 Develop andimplement acomprehensive ‘One-network’ marketingprogramme.

2.1 Implement aprogramme of cycling andpedestrian improvementsin the major urbancentres.

Taunton, Yeovil, andBridgwater

Priority locations forthese schemes to bedetermined.

Somerset

Taunton, Yeovil &Bridgwater.Taunton is proposedto become anexemplar cyclingtown

3 new schemes tobe implementedprogressivelybetween 2008/9and 2010/11.

6 new schemes tobe implementedprogressivelybetween 2007/8and 2010/11.

No specific timingavailable untilprogramme isdeveloped indetail.

Programme tocommence inTaunton andextend to otherareas between2006/7 and2008/9.

£0.230 millioncapital costs.

£0.307 millioncapital costs.

£0.162 millionover 5 years.

£1.012 million for10 schemes.

SCC/LTP funding

SCC/LTP funding

Funding is availablefrom SCC/LTP funds, butsupplementary fundingwill be sought from keypartners including busoperators.

SCC/LTP funding



Private busoperators

DistrictCouncils

Need to ensure that these proposals areintegrated into the urban regenerationstrategies for the three urban areas.

LTP2 identifies 14 towns as candidatelocations for rural interchangeimprovements.

To be developed in consultation with keystakeholders including bus and railoperators, tourist attractions, educationauthority etc. Not focused solely onpublic transport but could also be usedto encourage cycling and walking.

Larger cycle/multi-use schemes alreadyidentified and prioritised. Access &mobility surveys will be used to identifysmaller scale improvements. Surveycompleted in Taunton in early 2006.Priority schemes for Taunton include theWestern Cycle Route linking CastleSchool to French Weir park and ObridgeViaduct footway.

AccessibilityAC1: Improving public transport

AC2: Promoting walking and cycling

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2.2 Implement aprogramme of cycling andpedestrian improvementsin market towns withsignificant potential forincreased walking/cycling.

2.3 Implement aprogramme of cycling andpedestrian improvementsin rural areas to improvelinkages to market townsand urban centres, andpromote sustainabletourism and economicdevelopment.

2.4 Develop andimplement a marketingand awareness campaignto increase walking andcycling.

2.5 Ensure newdevelopment providesappropriate walking andcycling links andsupporting infrastructure(e.g. cycle parking).

• Burnham & Highbridge

• Wellington• Cheddar• Minehead• Wells• Street• Glastonbury.

Routes that providelinks to market townsand urban centres, orwill deliver tourismand regenerationbenefits.

Somerset wide, buttargeted to specificgroups (eg schools,major employers)and awarenesscampaigns linked tospecific networkimprovements.

Somerset wide butfocus will be onmajor developmentsin urban areas whichoffer significantpotential.

Progressivedelivery between2006/7 and2009/10.

Progressivedelivery between2006/7 and2010/11.

Ongoing

Ongoing



Funded as part ofthe ‘SmarterChoices Strategy’.

In-houseresources

SCC/LTP funding

SCC/LTP funding

Funded by SCC as partof the ‘Smarter ChoicesStrategy’ which has anestimated budget of£0.975 million over 5years.

Infrastructure will bedeveloper funded.

DistrictCouncils

DistrictCouncils

Majoremployers,schools,communitygroups

DistrictCouncils,Developers

Priority market towns were identifiedthrough an assessment of potential forincreased cycling/walking. Larger schemesalready identified and prioritised. A programme of Access & Mobility surveyswill be rolled out across the priority markettowns to identify smaller scaleimprovements.

Specific schemes proposed forimplementation during LTP2 are:• High priority stages of the Cycle West

Somerset project• Colliers Way (Dundas to Frome path

and rail project using Frome-Radstock railway line)• Blackdown Hills route• Coleridge Way.

High proportions of trips less than 3 kmespecially in urban areas offers significantpotential for increased walking and cycling.Key action in achieving target of 10%increase in cycling between 2004/5 and2010/11. Forms part of the broader‘Smarter Choices Strategy’ (see ActionAC4.5).

Implemented in cooperation with DistrictCouncils when planning and assessingmajor development proposals, including by requiring major development proposalsto provide travel plans. Major urbanregeneration projects (e.g. Yeovil Vision)offer significant potential for new andimproved walking and cycling links andfacilities.

AccessibilityAC2: Promoting walking and cycling

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2.6 Continuedevelopment of theBridgwater and TauntonCanal as a key cycleway,largely off road routelinking two of Somerset’smain towns.

3.1 Implement the Rightsof Way Improvement Plan(ROWIP).

3.2 Continue to maintainand improve the ‘ease ofuse’ of the existingnetwork.

3.3 Implement strategicextensions to the ROWnetwork.

Bridgwater toTaunton

Somerset

Prioritised inaccordance with theROWIP (seeadditional comments)

Urban peripheriesare a priority (seeadditional comments)

Ongoing

Ongoing.

Ongoing

Ongoing

Capital fundsallocated annuallyfrom SCC, SDCand TDBC

In-houseresources

£3.365 millionover 5 years

Ongoing capitalbudget

Gradual developmentand maintenance of theroute along the towpathwhich is a public RoWbut owned by BW. Mostwork carried out byCountryside ProjectTeam.

SCC funding.External funding bids

SCC/LTP funding

SCC/LTP funding

DistrictCouncils,BritishWaterways &Sustrans.

DistrictCouncils,Exmoor NPAuthority,AONB Service

DistrictCouncils,Exmoor NPAuthority,CommunityPathPartnershipGroups

DistrictCouncils,developers

This route is used by some as a commuterroute near to Taunton and Bridgwater butmore significantly is a recreational route.This approach ties in with policiesdeveloped through the SomersetWaterways Advisory Committee for thecanal and river corridor.

The RoWIP was endorsed in November2006 and will be reviewed in 2011.

Target is to achieve 84% ease of use by2010/11. Paths will be categorised asfollows:1. National and regional trails (e.g. SWCoast Path, River Parrett Trail)2. District and parish level promoted trails3. Occasionally used routes4. All other paths.Maintenance and enforcement work will beprioritised using the path categoryinformation.

The ROW network in Somerset is extensiveso further development of the network willbe limited to cases where significantbenefit can be expected such as on theperiphery of urban areas. Where possiblethis will be achieved through S106agreements (see Action 3.4)

AccessibilityAC2: Promoting walking and cycling

AC3: Improving the rights of way network

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3.4 Work with DistrictCouncils and developersto achieve improvementsto the ROW network.

4.1 Implement a programme of junctionand traffic signalimprovements in themajor urban centres.

4.2 Implement the EastTaunton Park and Ride.

4.3 Deliver the NorthernInner Distributor Road andThird Way major roadschemes.

Somerset

Taunton, Yeovil & Bridgwater.

Cambria Farm east ofJunction 25 on theM5.

Taunton town centre

Ongoing

Upgrading the traffic signalscontrol computerin Taunton is ahigh priority,other works to bedeliveredprogressively asfunding permits.

Proposed to beoperational in2009/10.

2006-2012

In-houseresources

LTP2 proposes 10schemes at a total estimatedcost of £4.426million to bedelivered between 2006/7and 2010/11

£4.427 millioncapital cost

£28 million approx

SCC funding.

Various funding sources including SCC/LTPfunds, and contributionsfrom District Councilsand developers.

SCC/LTP funding

Funded by DfT anddeveloper contributions

DistrictCouncils,developers

District Councils,externalconsultants

TDBC,HighwaysAgency,Private busoperators

TDBC

Require new developments to provideappropriate walking and cycling links to the ROW network and upgrade thenetwork to accommodate the impacts ofthe development.

Refer to LTP2 sections 6.3–6.5 for detailedinfrastructure proposals including:• Yeovil – junction improvements and

other ancillary works to the Eastern (Queensway and Reckleford Road section of the A30) and Western (Western Avenue/Bunford Lane/A3088)

Development Corridors;• Bridgwater – improvements to 4

junctions along the Monmouth Street/Broadway section of the A38;

• Taunton – Priorswood/StaplegroveRoads sections of the A358, Toneway/EastReach/Billetfield sections of the A38,upgrading the traffic signals control system,and town centre junction upgrades.

This project complements the Silk Millspark and ride that commenced operation in 2005, and is an essential part of anoverall strategy including implementing theTaunton Vision proposals and the proposed long-stay parking chargeincreases in Taunton (see Action AC4.4).

These major schemes are key elements ofthe Taunton Vision regeneration project.Significant preliminary work has alreadybeen undertaken including siteacquisition and design works.

AccessibilityAC3: Improving the rights of way network

AC4: Tackling Congestion

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4.4 Implement progressiveincreases in town centrelong-stay parking costsand limit town centreparking spaces.

4.5 Develop andimplement a ‘SmarterChoices Strategy’ tofacilitate modal shift fromsingle occupancy cars.

4.6 Promote the trunkingand upgrading of theA358 between Ilminsterand Taunton.

4.7 Work with DistrictCouncils to ensure newdevelopment achievessustainable transportoutcomes.

Taunton, Bridgwaterand Yeovil towncentres

Somerset

Taunton to Ilminster.

Somerset

Ongoing

Finalisation of thestrategy is theimmediatepriority.

Part of the‘second strategicroute’ identifiedas a priority in theRSS.

Ongoing

In-houseresources

£0.975 millionover 5 yearsallocated 50:50 tourban/ruralschemes.

Cost is a matterfor the HighwaysAgency

In-houseresources

N/A

SCC/LTP funding

Funding is a matter forthe Highways Agency.

SCC/LTP funding

DistrictCouncils

Majoremployers,schools,communitygroups

HighwaysAgency

DistrictCouncils

Work with the District Councils toincrease long stay parking charges intown centres and reduce overall parkingspaces. Will be supported by improvedpublic transport, walking and cyclingprovision, and is linked to theimplementation of the East Taunton Parkand Ride (see Action AC4.2).

The Smarter Choices strategy is currentlybeing finalised. It will include a travelawareness and marketing campaign,travel plans for major employers, schooltravel plans, car sharing, walking andcycling initiatives.

This section of the A358 forms part ofthe ‘second strategic route’ identified asa high priority in the RSS. The HighwaysAgency is responsible for funding andimplementing the upgrading of thesecond strategic route. SCC will workwith the Highways Agency to achieveupgrading of the Ilminster-Tauntonsection as a high priority.

Achieved by working with Districts toensure LDFs and planning controlactivities achieve good transportoutcomes. Key elements include:• Major development proposals to

provide travel plans;• Reductions in maximum parking

standards in locations with good accessibility.

AccessibilityAC4: Tackling Congestion


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1.1 Complete the ClimateChange Strategy.

1.2 Deliver the SomersetWind Energy Initiative.

1.3 Continue theprocurement of renewableenergy.

1.4 Deliver programme ofenergy efficiency projects.

1.5 Continue theBioEthanol for SustainableTransport (BEST) Project

1.6 Continue toinvestigate and progresspossible Energy fromWaste schemes.

Somerset

Somerset SCClandholdings

Somerset

Somerset CC’sProperty Estate

Somerset and wider

Somerset

Finalise by March2007

Ongoing

Ongoing

2 years

Ongoing 4 yearEU project

Ongoing

In houseresources

In houseresources withlegal consultantand wind-energydeveloper.

In house resources

In houseresources. plusexternal grantfunding.

In houseresourcessupplemented byEU grant.

In houseresources.

SCC funding grant aid –Carbon Trust, DEFRAetc with District Councils and SSP

SCC funding for theinitiative, potential forgenerating income

SCC funding supportedby a fee income

SCC £200k, SalixFinancial Services £200kover 2 years

£150k from the EU (Sixth frameworkprogramme)

In house resources.

Range ofpartnersfrom the SSPand LSP’s.

SeeAdditionalCommentscolumn.

SalixFinancialServices

Extensive listof partners,

Refer toAdditionalCommentcolumn.

Part of the strategy will be released forconsultation in December 06.Presentation to Exec Board in March2007

Appropriate installation of wind turbineson SCC owned land. The initiative isbeing taken forward with theappointment of an energy developmentpartner.

Procurement of energy generated fromrenewable sources

Carbon Trust Initiative to increase energyefficiency

Project to increase awareness of highblend ethanol in transport. Delivery offlexifuelled vehicles using high blendBioEthanol in Somerset. SCC is leadingUK Partner in EU project.

EU Partnership, Ford Motors, Green SpritFuels, Morrisons, Energy Savings Trust,Wessex Water, Avon & SomersetConstabulary, Imperial College London

Viridor, dTi, Imperial College London,DEFRA, private sector partners

Built and Natural EnvironmentEN1: Addressing climate change

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2.1 Implement theShepton MalletTownscape HeritageInitiative.

2.2 Seek World HeritageSite status for theSomerset Levels andMoors.

2.3 Complete Phase 2 ofthe South WestArchaeological ResearchFramework in partnershipwith English Heritage.

2.4 Complete “Buildingsat Risk” register.

2.5 Assess the needs ofheritage buildings inCounty Council ownershipand develop a strategy fortheir future care.

Shepton Mallet TownCentre ConservationArea

Levels and Moors andenvirons/associatedassets.

Somerset

Taunton Deane, WestSomerset.

Somerset but withthe County FarmEstate as a priority

High Priority,commencing in2008 for 5 years

OngoingSubmission of bidfor WorldHeritage Sitestatus scheduledfor 2011

Ongoing, Phase 2complete by Jan2007, final phase3 complete June2007.

Next 6 months.

Next 6 Months

£500,000 perannum for 5 years

In-house resources pluslonger termfundingcommitment fordelivery

£90,000

In-houseresources.

In houseresources.

Contributions fromHeritage Lottery Fund,Mendip DC, SheptonMallet Town Council andSCCLonger-term funding requirements andcommitments are beingestablished as part ofthe current scopingwork. Expected toinvolve SCC and each ofthe other deliverypartners contributingplus external funding.

Funded by EnglishHeritage.

Register will highlightfunding priorities forfuture works.

Survey will inform futuremanagement plans.

Mendip DC,SheptonMallet TC

Local Authorities,EnglishHeritage,NationalTrust, NaturalEngland,SWRDA

LocalAuthorities,EnglishHeritage,Museums,ContractingArchaeological Units, LocalSocieties.

Private andpublic grantaidingbodies.

Mainly SCC

Partnership programme of works aimedat repairing historic buildings andenhancing the townscape.

Initial scoping exercises are currently underway. Links to be developed in therevision of the Somerset CulturalStrategy and Strategy for SW. WorldHeritage Site status will provideimproved protection for natural andcultural values, and provide anopportunity to promote Somerset forTourism and other purposes.

Phase 1 (Resource Assessment)completed June 2006. This project willenable the developments of priorities forthe historic environment throughout theregion.

Ongoing review of endangered listedbuildings.

Completed survey of all SCC heritageproperties will make an importantcontribution to an informedunderstanding of the heritage assetsowned by SCC.

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2.6 Develop andimplement the Museum ofSomerset project.

2.7 Develop andimplement theTimestream project.

3.1 Develop SCC’sstrategy for the “NaturalEnvironment”.

Taunton

Taunton

Somerset, includingits national parks andAONBs

Ongoing, Stage 1HLF bidsubmitted inSeptember 2006.HLF decisionexpected March2007.

Site searches andevaluations arewell advanced.

Ongoing

£4.80m plus£1.63m matchedfunding.

Indicative costs of the various siteoptions rangefrom £4.5m -£11m.

In houseresources withoccasionalspecialist support

£4.8 million capitalfunding sought from theHeritage Lottery Fund.£1.63m match fundingrequired, all of which isbeing underwritten bySCC for Stage 1.£76,750 raised so farfrom TDBC, SANHS,SMMT and publicfundraising appeals.

£6m capital approvalhas been earmarked bySCC to support thedelivery of the newSomerset Record Officeand towards matchedfunding for the Museumof Somerset Project.

Revenue budget

TDBC,SomersetArchaeological and NaturalHistorySociety(SANHS),SomersetMilitaryMuseumTrust (SMMT).

TDBC.Othersdependenton siteselected.

DistrictCouncils,AONB’s, EA,SomersetWildlife Trust,NaturalEngland,ForestryCommission,SomersetWaterwaysDevelopmentTrust

The project aims to showcase Somerset’sunique heritage by telling the Story ofSomerset in a first-class 21st centurymuseum located in a restored TauntonCastle.

The project aims to create a building givingenhanced public access for heritageresearch & study, and incorporating high-class administration, conservation andstewardship facilities for the CountyHeritage Services. This project has a closerelationship with the Museum of Somersetproject (Action EN2.6) and aims to link intoa ‘Heritage Trail’ to promote tourism andsustainable access.

Will deliver an overarching strategy forSCC in relation to Somerset’s NaturalEnvironment.

Built and Natural EnvironmentEN2: Preserving our cultural heritage

EN3: Maintaining and enhancing natural assets and biodiversity

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3.2 Review and completethe Local Biodiversity Action Plans (LBAP’s).Complete the memorandumof understanding for theSteering Group.

3.3 Continue to implement the SomersetLandscape Scheme.

3.4 Continuemanagement of SCCamenity land estate forpublic access and wildlifeconservation.

3.5 Prepare an AmenityLand Strategy.

3.6 Set up new WaterManagement Partnershipas a consultativepartnership.

3.7 Develop a WoodlandStrategy.

Somerset

Somerset

42 sites throughoutSomerset

Somerset

Somerset

Somerset

Ongoing

Ongoing

Ongoing

Not yet started –anticipatedeveloping 2007

Commencing2006

Planned for early2007

In houseresources andinput from theSteering Group

£90,000 perannum

In house staff withsmall revenuebudget of approx£10,000

In houseresources

In houseresources andgrants

In houseresources orconsultantssubject to funding

Grants from LSP’s,Quantock AONB ASDFund, Revenue budget

Funded by contributionsfrom SCC, DistrictCouncils, EnvironmentAgency, NaturalEngland

Funded by small revenuebudget supplemented byexternal income from avariety of sources,including DEFRA andone-off bids to funders.

Revenue budget, GrantAid

SCC staff, fundingcontributions frompartners

SteeringGroup

Farm WildlifeAdvisoryGroup,SomersetWildlife Trust

Local interestgroups,AONBs,DEFRA &NaturalEngland

Relevantorganisationsand publicthroughconsultation

Considerationof most ofexistingpartners

DistrictCouncils,NaturalEngland,ForestryCommission

Take into consideration the SomersetHighways Biodiversity Action Plan

Partnership programme to restore andimprove the County’s landscape andconserve its wildlife. Works with around300 landowners and local groups eachyear to carry out projects with significantbenefit to the local economy.

Key parts of the amenity estate arelocated in the Quantocks and MendipAONBs where they provide some of themajor areas for public access and forman integral part of the service providedby the AONB ranger service.

Strategy to include communitywoodland.

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3.8 Develop communitywoodlands adjacent tokey Towns throughout theCounty.

3.9 Develop andimplement EU ProjectWAVE (Water Adaptationis Valuable for Everybody)

3.10 Continuedevelopment of SCC’sCoastal Strategy.

3.11 Prepare the EastMendips RestorationStrategy SupplementaryPlanning Document.

Targeted areas withinSomerset.

Somerset, particularlylevels & moors andareas of flood land

Somerset’s coastalzone and SevernEstuary

East Mendips

Ongoing initiative

Commencing2008, ongoinguntil 2013

Ongoing, withStrategypublished by end06/07

Spring 2007 (tobe confirmed)

Annual allocationof £15,000 inrevenue budget

In houseresources

In houseresources

NA

Contributions beingsought from TownCouncils, ForestryCommission, EU Fundsand other sources.

50% contributed by theEU and remaining 50%from partners, SCC staffand funding

SCC Funding

Will seek fundingcontributions fromMendip DC and/oraggregate industryrelated funding sources.

TownCouncils,ForestryCommission,DistrictCouncils

EnvironmentAgency,SomersetDrainageBoardsConsortium,SomersetWildlifeTrust, RSPB,FWAG,SomersetWaterManagementPartnership

SCC andNorth Devon& SomersetCoastalGroup,SevernEstuaryPartnership

Mineralsindustry

Aims:To involve local community in positiveenvironmental improvement.Raise awareness of woodland benefits.Increase woodland area in key locations.To improve public open space provisionfor access and nature conservation.

Part of an international programme(Germany, Netherlands, France, Belgiumand UK) to address the impacts ofclimate change on water resources andthe necessary adaptations that will berequired.

Will involve community consultation.

Aims to achieve a coordinatedrestoration strategy of existing andformer quarry sites through the planningpermissions process.

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4.1 Continue to deliverthe Somerset MunicipalWaste ManagementStrategy (MWMS).

4.2 Let a singlecountywide contract forwaste collection andrecycling.

4.3 Create SomersetWaste Board as a singlewaste authority client.

4.4 Continue toimplement the HouseholdWaste Recycling Centres(HWRC) CapitalProgramme.

4.5 Prepare the Mineralsand Waste DevelopmentFramework (MWDF).

Somerset

Somerset

Somerset

See AdditionalInformation column

Somerset

Ongoing, to 2020

Award contractJune 2007, withservice delivery tostart in October‘07.

Ongoing toestablishment in2007/08

Ongoing withcompletion by2008/09

Ongoing,timelines forcompletion arecurrently underreview

NA

Subject totenderingprocess.

Some set up costsbut expected todeliver long-termcost savings.

£4.4million

In-houseresources plusconsultantsupport

SCC andDistrict/Borough Councilfunding; grants; LATSincome

SCC andDistrict/Borough Councilfunding committed

SCC andDistrict/Borough Councilfunding

SCC capital committed

£155,000 frompreviously awardedPlanning Delivery Grant,otherwise funded bySCC

DistrictCouncils;Viridor;collectioncontractor;SWAP

DistrictCouncils

DistrictCouncils

Viridor;Contractors

Minimise waste growth through initiatives (e.g. reducing packaging) andawareness raising. Achieve 50% recyclingby 2010, and 65% by 2020. Introduceresidual waste treatment (e.g. thermalrecovery, biological treatment) to reducelandfill disposal.

The single contract is intended toachieve economies of scale with resultantcost savings, and will be managed by theSomerset Waste Board (see ActionEN4.3).

Intended to achieve efficiencies bymerging 6 client organisations. TheBoard will deliver the responsibilities ofWaste Disposal Authority and the WasteCollection Authorities.

Replace and refurbish HWRCs to agreedprogramme to enhance recycling andcustomer experience. Key projectsinclude:• Relocation of the Chard HWRC;• Relocation or expansion of HWRCs

at Minehead and Cheddar;• Major refurbishments of HWRCs at

Yeovil, Dulverton, Somerton and Frome.

The MWDF will replace the adoptedMinerals and Waste Local Plans, andprovide the policy framework forplanning decisions on wastedevelopment proposals.

Built and Natural EnvironmentEN4: Managing Waste


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1.1 Create a Somersetinward investment agencyto promote Somerset as abusiness location.

1.2 Strategic marketing ofSomerset as a location forsustainable inwardinvestment.

1.3 Develop a positive and consistent approachacross Somerset fromlocal planning authoritiesto individual businessdevelopment proposals.

Somerset

Somerset

Somerset

High priority,planned launch inApril 2007.

On going withimplementation ofstrategicmarketing planfrom April 2007.

High priority.

Total estimatedbudget for Year 1£267,500.

Estimated costsfor Year 1£113,500

In-houseresources withspecialistconsultantsupport asneeded.

In principle supportfrom:SCC £125,000 per yearfor 3 yearsSomerset StrategicPartnership, SWRDAFunding being soughtfrom District councils,private and academicsector.

As part of funding forAction EC1.1.

DistrictCouncilsSWRDA

DistrictCouncilsSWRDA

DistrictCouncils,SSPC

Draft business plan considered byEconomic Leaders Group in October2006. Individual funding partners toconsider business plan and governancearrangements by end 2006. The newinitiative will create:• A professional, business-led and

focussed approach to new investment proposals and enquiries;

• A network of partners in the public, private and economic sectors dedicated to promoting investment in Somerset;

• A proactive marketing campaign which raises Somerset’s profile as a location for business investment.

The marketing strategy will develop adistinctive Somerset business identity,build a close working relationship withthe existing Somerset businesscommunity, redress general poorperceptions of Somerset as a businesslocation and work in tandem with thetourism marketing campaign.Initial target sectors for the marketingcampaign are environmentaltechnologies, creative industries andadvanced engineering.

The aim is to develop a Somerset‘planning charter’ for business. DistrictCouncil lead and joint working withSSPC.

Economic DevelopmentEC1: Attracting investment

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1.4 Refresh the Somersetworkspace investmentstrategy.

1.5 Manage the SomersetTour of Britain cycle raceinitiative and maximiseimage and promotionalbenefits to Somerset.

1.6 Develop Yeovilaerospace and advancedengineering businessincubation centre.

1.7 Develop incubationfacilities for the creativeindustries.

2.1 Strengthencommitment from publicand private sectororganisations to workforce skillsdevelopment.

Somerset

Route yet to bedetermined but toinclude high profilelandmarks.

Yeovil

To be determined

Somerset

High priority

High priority - firstTour of Britain inSomerset in 2007

High priority bysummer 2007

Medium

High priority LAASkills action planforimplementation2006 - 2009

In-house resourceswith specialistconsultant support

In-houseresources

In-houseresources plus£500,000 SCCcommitment 2006- 2009

To be determined

SWRDA - £2.4mcommittedSSDC - £1m committedSCC - £0.5m committed

SCC provides thesecretariat for theEconomic LeadersGroup and its officersupport group whichhave governance andmanagementresponsibilities for theSomerset EconomicStrategy and the LAA.

DistrictCouncils,SSPC

SSDCSWRDA

SWRDADCs

SomersetLSC, FEcolleges,trainingproviders,SCC (SCT)BusinessLink, DCs

The aim is to create a proactive approachby DCs, SCC and SWRDA to planningsupply of workspace and release of keybusiness sites

This high profile event offers significantpotential to promote Somerset’s imageincluding its potential as a location forbusiness investment and tourism.

Aerospace and advanced engineering isa key sector of the regional and sub-regional economy as identified in theSomerset Economic Strategy andRegional Economic Strategy.

Creative industries are a key sector of theregional and sub-regional economy asidentified in the Somerset EconomicStrategy and Regional EconomicStrategy.

The skills action planning group is aworking group of the SomersetEconomic Leaders Group and is lead bythe LSC, with private sector input. The Somerset Economic Leaders Groupis to consider the emerging skills actionplan and actions that as employers eachmember can take.

Economic DevelopmentEC1: Attracting investment

EC2: Improving productivity

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2.2 Increase levels of basicskills, first level 2attainment and technicaland graduate skills inemployed workforce.

2.3 Develop highereducation provision inSomerset aligned to thecounty’s priority businesssectors.

2.4 Promote accessibleservice responses to varyingindividual information andguidance needs for learnersand job seekers.

2.5 Improve basic skillslevels in Somerset bycreating learningopportunities attractive tovarying needs, promotingthe engagement ofemployers, trade unionsand community groups inraising basic skills andaddressing barriers toaccessing learning.

Somerset

Somerset

Somerset

County wide butsome priority toimproving ruralaccess

High priority LAASkills action planforimplementation2006 - 2009

Medium priority

High priority

High priority

To be determined

LSC contracts for workbased learning, entry toemployment and Trainto Gain for first level 2.Jobcentre Plus contractsfor training unemployedadults.

Jobcentre Plus contractsfor training unemployedadults.

LSC contracts for workbased learning, entry toemployment and Trainto Gain for first level 2.

SomersetLSC, FEcolleges,trainingproviders,SCC (SCT)BusinessLink,Connexions,DCs

FE colleges,Regionaluniversities,SomersetLSC,SWRDA,HEFCE

FE Collegesand trainingproviders

SCC through Somerset County Trainingis directly involved in the delivery ofincreased basic, level 2 and technicalskills.

SCC through Somerset County Trainingis directly involved in the delivery oftraining for unemployed adults.

In house delivery via Adult Learning andLeisure and SCT

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2.6 Reduce worklessness

3.1 Explore case/optionsfor a Somerset Destination ManagementOrganisation/Partnership(DMO/P) to developSomerset’s tourismbusiness sector.

3.2 Develop a strategicmarketing plan forSomerset as one of theSouth West’s key visitordestination brands.

Deprivedcommunities

Somerset includingNorth Somerset


High priority

High

High priority

LSC contracts for workbased learning, entry toemployment and Trainto Gain for first level 2.Jobcentre Plus contractsfor training unemployedadults.

STPT as ‘shadow’ DMOfunding committed for2006/07:SCC, MDC, SDC, SSDC, TDBC, & NSC eachcontributing £10,000.South West Tourism hascommitted £15,000towards businessplanning process.

£30,000 from STPTbudget above allocatedto branding and, brandroll out, marketingstrategy and initial PRwith £10,000 fundingfrom South WestTourism. Additional£35,000 from SCCLABGI funding towardsbrand roll out

DistrictCouncils,Visit Exmoor,NorthSomersetCouncil,Privatesector

DistrictCouncils,Visit Exmoor,NorthSomersetCouncil,Privatesector

SCC through Social Enterprise supportprogramme provides social enterpriseadvice, training and support (directprovision and contracted services).

SCC through Somerset County Trainingis directly involved in the delivery ofbasic skills and employability training.

The funding is to develop high priorityactions in the DMO delivery plan.The Somerset Tourism Project Team iscomposed from the key delivery partnersworking 1 day a week, with a co-ordinatorseconded from North Somerset Council for2 days a week. The team is managing highpriority actions from the Tourism DeliveryPlan. SCC is leading the business themegroup developing the business plan for theDMO with a projected launch 2007/08.

This is a high priority activity beingprogressed through the STPT Brandingand Marketing theme group on whichSCC is represented. Marketing will bebased around themes targeted tospecific audiences including Relax inSomerset, Short Breaks, Family holidays, History and heritage, Festivalsand events, Food and drink, ActiveSomerset. The latter will link closely with the Tour of Britain.

Economic DevelopmentEC2: Improving productivity

EC3: Promoting tourism

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3.3 Develop, launch andmarket Visit Somersetwebsite and relatedmarketing material.

4.1 Contribute to markettown regenerationinitiatives.

4.2 Development ofMinehead key site.

4.3 Improvement of ruralworkspace in Somersetmarket towns.

4.4 Investigate theredevelopment potentialof Royal Bath & WestShowground.


Burnham on Seacultural quarter;Morlands site;BridgwaterNorthgate;Minehead HorizonsHealthplex.

Minehead

Market towns

Shepton Mallet

High prioritylaunch expectedearly 2007

2006-2009

Implementation2006/07 and2007/08

2006–2009Dulverton andChard arecommittedschemes.

On going

£1.1m

NA

NA

NA

NA

SCC, MDC, NSC, SDC,SSDC, TDBC: £40,000each £0.5m SWRDA

Funding sources varydepending on the nature of the project.Funding partners caninclude Health, LSC,Europe, SCC, andDistrict Councils.

SCC EconomicDevelopment Fund£400,000

Dulverton workspace joint scheme plannedwith WSDC andEuropean RegionalDevelopment Fund. SCCcommitment £356,000

£20,000 committed bySCC for a feasibilitystudy

SCC,DistrictCouncils,Visit Exmoor,NorthSomersetCouncil

Partners varydependingon thenature of theproject.

WSDC

WSDC

MDC,SWRDA,Royal Bath &West Society

SCC is leading this action.

SCC has to prioritise its involvement inthese regeneration projects and tries tosupport schemes that have strongpartnership support and will deliver clearbenefits to local communities.

Major physical regeneration scheme for keySCC landholding in central Minehead. Willinclude creation of workspace, public realmand visitor improvements.

Dulverton and Chard are existing schemecommitments. Future schemes will beprioritised through the refresh of theSomerset workspace strategy.

Potential regeneration projectconsidering future uses and potential ofthe site as the home of a 21st centuryagricultural society, with aim ofsustainable development of the ruraleconomy. It is a potential site for thelocal food centre.

Economic DevelopmentEC3: Promoting tourism


EC4: Improving the economic vitality of market towns and rural areas

ALL Adult Learning and Leisure

AONB Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

DC District Council

DEFRA Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

DMO Destination Management Organisation

DTi Department of Trade and Industry

EA Environment Agency

EiP Examination in Public

HLF Heritage Lottery Fund

HWRC Household Waste Recycling Centre

LABGI Local Authority Business Growth Initiative

LATS Landfill Allowance Trading Scheme

LDF Local Development Framework

LSC Learning and Skills Council

LSP Local Strategic Partnership

LTP Local Transport Plan

MDC Mendip District Council

MoU Memorandum of Understanding

MWDF Minerals and Waste Development Framework

NSC North Somerset Council

ROW Right of Way

ROWIP Rights of Way Improvement Plan

RSL Registered Social Landlord

RSS Regional Spatial Strategy

SANHS Somerset Archaeological & Natural History Society

SCC Somerset County Council

SCT Somerset County Training

SDC Sedgemoor District Council

SME Small and Medium Enterprises

SMMT Somerset Military Museum Trust

SRRP Somerset Rural Renaissance Partnership

SSDC South Somerset District Council

SSP Somerset Strategic Partnership

SSPC Somerset Strategic Planning Conference

STPT Somerset Tourism Project Team

SWRA South West Regional Assembly

SWRDA South West Regional Development Agency

TC Town Council

TDBC Taunton Deane Borough Council

WSDC West Somerset District Council

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