Is there not a compact already?
There is a national compact which was agreed in 1998.
The Derbyshire County compact was produced this year.
But all councils (County, City, Borough or District) are obliged to develop compacts.

Why do we need a compact?
A local compact would provide a framework and action plan to develop and ensure good practice in partnership working between the different sectors.

For example around the area of funding a transparent funding process for High Peak Borough Council and possible other statutory bodies (Primary Care Trust) could be developed. This would include clear procedures for applying for funds and a clear criteria and decision making process. The compact would act as an agreement about what good practice is but would also include an action plan for how that good practice is going to be achieved.

A process for ensuring the compact is followed would be included. A compact is not legally binding, but the potential advantages for all involved provide the incentive to follow it.

How does a compact link to the community strategy and the local strategic partnership?
The Local Strategic Partnership (LSP) has worked with the High Peak Borough Council and Derbyshire Dales District Council to produce Community Strategies for each area. The Community Strategies have been developed through consultation and discussion with local people, voluntary and community groups and other organisations.

The Community Strategies shape the work undertaken by the LSP.
One of the priority tasks of the High Peak Community Strategy in the first year is to develop a local compact. High Peak CVS have a lead role in this and are working closely with the High Peak Borough Council to develop a Local Compact for the High Peak.