To give residents and workers a greater voice in shaping the community, Dedham Parish Council began creating a neighbourhood statement – the Dedham Parish Plan in September 2009. A local steering group was formed to lead the process, following Government-endorsed community planning guidelines promoted by the RCCE. Consultation began with a public workshop in April 2010, followed by a full community questionnaire in November. This helped identify key local needs and shape the resulting action plans.
The final Plan includes twelve sections reflecting public opinion, along with a full list of Action Points.
