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Residents shaping services

We continued our SPARK initiatives to help residents build skills and access opportunities. Activities included apprenticeships and work experience, Tuition Plus, resident training and Job Club. Six children supported through Tuition Plus achieved passes into Aylesbury grammar schools during 2022/23.

A family with a man, woman and a small baby are pictured together in front of a new house under the porch and the man is holding up their keys.

Resident influence in practice

Five residents reviewed how we asked for, used and recorded feedback. Their scrutiny project made seven recommendations. Resident Forum and focus groups also helped review policies and the website.

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Nurture Your Neighbourhood projects

3

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Scrutiny projects

1

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Summer Fun child places

116

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Resident and community engagement hours

3,028

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Skills and opportunities

We offered Boost Your Potential with Adviza and Bucks Adult Learning, access to Outplacement First, scam awareness sessions, everyday first aid and accredited paediatric first aid. Volunteers also received training to support their community activities safely.

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Community grants

We awarded 123 grants totalling £227,007. Support reached 94 residents and local organisations including Youth Concern, Bus Shelter MK, community food banks and Aylesbury Wombles.

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Local funds and community spaces

Community projects improved green spaces and shared facilities, including gardens, benches and play areas. The environmental and safety fund supported amenities such as parking and lighting. Training included scam awareness, first aid and employment skills.

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Learning and volunteering

Our engagement portal IMPACT grew from 380 to 489 users. Resident volunteering involved 942 residents, and the accounts report more than 3,000 volunteering hours. Six Tuition Plus pupils achieved 11-plus passes in September 2022.