Principle 1

1. Think about the whole system not individual service silos

Recognising that social problems are complex and require a joined-up approach from all local actors to address them

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Principle 2

2. Co-ordinate services at a neighbourhood level

Using local community organisations to deliver services which address the particular needs of the neighbourhoods in which they work

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Principle 3

3. Increase local spend to invest in the local economy

Commissioning local community organisations to provide services is a key way keep money within a place. They spend their money on local projects, employ local people, and use local suppliers.

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Principle 4

4. Focus on early intervention now to save costs tomorrow

Supporting preventative community-based interventions to reduce the need to for costly treatment services later down the line.

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Principle 5

5. Commit to your community and proactively support local organisations

Maximising the value of the local VCSE sector by helping to grow their capacity, capabilities, assets, and resources.

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Principle 6

6. Commission services simply and collaboratively so they are “local by default”

Bristol City Council has recognised the need to enable greater collaboration between organisations when producing people-centred services.

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