We all have a part to play
What each one of us can do to make our area a better place
We all have a part to play in making Buckinghamshire a place we identify with and feel proud of.
We recognise that people have rights and responsibilities. Our Partnerships will respect and promote those rights, while at the same time encouraging personal responsibility. It is essential for individuals and communities to take positive action if our shared vision is to become a reality, as many improvements will require a combination of partnership work and individual lifestyle changes.
All the Buckinghamshire Local Strategic Partnerships are actively encouraging everyone in their areas to do something to help themselves and their local community, as this will directly help to achieve the outcomes in our Community Strategies. The following examples of individual actions would, if carried out by many people, make a significant contribution. Could you do at least one new activity from the list to help?
- Take simple crime and fire prevention measures by locking doors and windows, fitting alarms, removing valuables from cars and security marking property.
- Join Neighbourhood Watch or other local watch schemes.
- Fit smoke alarms and regularly check the batteries to make sure the alarms are working.
- Adopt a healthy lifestyle by eating healthily, reducing smoking and drinking sensibly to improve physical and mental wellbeing.
- Try to get at least half an hour of moderate exercise five times a week.
- Recycle as much household waste as possible and try to save energy around your home.
- Look out for neighbours, especially if they are elderly or frail.
- Join a local group or charity as a volunteer (ask a local volunteer centre for more information).
- Vote in elections and take part in local democracy.
- Support local shops, producers and businesses.
- Learn a new skill for work or pleasure.
- Walk, cycle or take public transport wherever possible.
- Help to keep your community clean and tidy.
This list is not comprehensive and we encourage individuals and communities to add their own ideas to suit their particular needs.
For more information call 01296 387831 or email bsp@buckscc.gov.uk
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