An opportunity to explore sustainable communities principles and policies combined with a hands on practical session, where you can apply these to Thetford, a historic market town facing significant growth challenges.

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Morning:
An overview of Sustainable Communities thinking

• What makes a great place?
• A policy overview of Sustainable Communities.
• Who’s who is Sustainable Communities work?
• The Excellence Framework online toolkit, applying principles and standards to projects

Afternoon:
Applying Sustainable Communities thinking

• Guided walk round Thetford (bring sensible shoes and a raincoat)
• Group exercise, applying sustainable communities thinking to Thetford, with a visit from the Thetford Growth team
• Using the Excellence Framework in your work.