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Help shape the future
Ealing Council is going to be putting together a blueprint for shaping the future of the borough for the next 15-20 years . It wants you to get involved and have your say . The Ealing Local Plan will be pieced together over the next two years ; and this is the first stage . In effect , the Local Plan will be a local guide to what can be built where . For example , it will affect how , where and when the council will allow new housing or development , where and how green spaces and our heritage can be protected ; and assess what community facilities might be needed . At this stage , the council wants you to give your views to help it put together a draft plan . From September , you will be able to go to www . ealing . gov . uk / consultations and go to the Give My View survey . Then , once a draft plan is put together , there will be a series of public consultations on it – before a final plan is finally in place in winter 2023 .
Setting a path
Ealing Council has published a council plan for 2021-22 which sets out a vision for the borough and what the council needs to get right if it is to start to deliver on its three new priorities : Creating good jobs , tackling the climate crisis and fighting inequality – including how the council will look to work with residents , partner organisations , businesses , the voluntary sector and others . Read the council plan at www . ealing . gov . uk by searching ‘ council plan 2021-22 ’ – and watch a video at aroundealing . com / news / a-fairer-greener-and-more-prosperous-future-together
Support for businesses
The council will soon be holding a series of support sessions to help local businesses to get back on track after the effects of the pandemic . Businesses will be able to access training on trading online , learn how to bid for and win contracts , and apply for one-toone tailored support . To find out more and get regular updates , sign-up to the council ’ s business e-newsletter at www . ealing . gov . uk / businessnews
Beating bills
It is estimated that three million households in the country are already struggling to pay energy bills , and the number could grow this winter as prices surge during the colder months . You can find out more on how to potentially save on your energy bills ( and go green ) on page 35 . But if you need more help , then the council ’ s Healthy Homes Ealing ( HHE ) is here for you . Call 0800 083 2265 ( free ) Monday-Friday , 9am‐5.30pm , or use the online referral form at www . ealing . gov . uk / HealthyHomesEaling
Finding help
On the council ’ s ‘ vital help and support ’ webpages you can find information on all kinds of everyday issues you or your family might be experiencing . It includes how and where to get help with benefits , housing issues , paying for your fuel bills or childcare , jobs and training opportunities , health , mental health or interpreting services and much more . Have a look at www . ealing . gov . uk / vital _ help
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