Key Activities
The remit of the Civic Society movement’s work is extensive. Each Society’s work varies from place to place as this is often determined by the needs within their local community coupled with the capacity of volunteers within the Society. Our recent survey carried out in 2006, showed that Civic Societies generally undertake a diverse range of activities which include:
o Through ensuring high standards in planning, good architectural design and campaigning for the preservation of historic buildings.
o making annual awards which recognise high quality in new architectural developments or refurbishment projects
o encouraging new developments designed to enhance the amenities and general prosperity of local communities.
undertaking practical projects, including restoring old buildings, heritage events, litter picking, pond cleaning, developing new societies and finding solutions to traffic problems
o inputting into local development plans, local area agreements and representing local residents on various strategic regional planning and housing forums.
o promoting, through publications and public debate, a greater interest and knowledge in all aspects of community life, the challenges faced therein as well
as the opportunities to be grasped
o campaigning to improve local transport systems and pressing for better public transport.
o providing organisational support to various small local improvement projects, such arts clubs, throughout the community
o creating opportunities for local people to play a part in protecting their heritage and in shaping the future of their community.
