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Appendix 6: Policy Assessment

Strategic Policy: SP1 Strategic Growth
Strategic Objectives	SO3 - To assist in widening and promoting education and skills training opportunities for all.
National Well-being Goals	A more equal Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Early Intervention - To make sure that people have the right help at the right time; as and when they need it. Prosperous People and Places - To maximise opportunities for people and places in both urban and rural parts of our county.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI. 1, MI.5, MI.6, MI.18.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Active and Social Places & Productive and Enterprising Places.

Strategic Policy: SP2 Retail and Town Centres
Strategic Objectives	SO4 - To ensure that the principles of equal opportunities and social inclusion are upheld by promoting access to a high quality and diverse mix of public services, healthcare, shops, leisure facilities and work opportunities, as well as vibrant town centres.
National Well-being Goals	A prosperous Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Early Intervention - To make sure that people have the right help at the right time; as and when they need it. Prosperous People and Places - To maximise opportunities for people and places in both urban and rural parts of our county.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.4.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Active and Social Places & Productive and Enterprising Places.

Strategic Policy: SP3 A Sustainable Approach to Providing New Homes
Strategic Objectives		SO10 - To make provision for an appropriate number and mix of quality homes across the County based around the principles of sustainable socio-economic development and equality of opportunities.
National Well-being Goals		A Wales of cohesive communities.
Local Well-being Goals		Prosperous People and Places - To maximise opportunities for people and places in both urban and rural parts of our county.
Monitoring		The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.1, MI.5, MI.6, MI.7, MI.8, MI.9, MI.10, MI.11, MI.16, MI.47.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment		Placemaking & Active and Social Places.

Strategic Policy: SP4 Affordable Homes Strategy
Strategic Objectives	SO10 - To make provision for an appropriate number and mix of quality homes across the County based around the principles of sustainable socio-economic development and equality of opportunities.
National Well-being Goals	A Wales of cohesive communities & A more equal Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Prosperous People and Places - To maximise opportunities for people and places in both urban and rural parts of our county.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.12, MI.13, MI.14, MI.15.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Placemaking & Active and Social Places.

Strategic Policy: SP5 Strategic Sites
Strategic Objectives	SO12 - To encourage investment & innovation in rural and urban areas by making adequate provision to meet employment need and to contribute at a regional level to the delivery of the Swansea Bay City Deal.
National Well-being Goals	A prosperous Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Prosperous People and Places - To maximise opportunities for people and places in both urban and rural parts of our county.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.16, MI.17, MI.18.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Productive and Enterprising Places.

Strategic Policy: SP6 Employment and the Economy
Strategic Objectives	SO12 - To encourage investment & innovation in rural and urban areas by making adequate provision to meet employment need and to contribute at a regional level to the delivery of the Swansea Bay City Deal.
National Well-being Goals	A prosperous Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Prosperous People and Places - To maximise opportunities for people and places in both urban and rural parts of our county.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.16, MI.17, MI.18.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Productive and Enterprising Places.

Strategic Policy: SP7 Welsh Language and Culture
Strategic Objectives	SO11 - To assist in protecting, enhancing and promoting the Welsh Language and the County's unique cultural identity, assets and social fabric.
National Well-being Goals	A Wales of vibrant culture and thriving Welsh Language.
Local Well-being Goals	Prosperous People and Places - To maximise opportunities for people and places in both urban and rural parts of our county.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.21, MI.22, MI.23, MI.25, MI.26.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Distinctive and Natural Places.

Strategic Policy: SP8 Infrastructure
Strategic Objectives	SO14 - To reflect the requirements associated with the delivery of new development, both in terms of hard and soft infrastructure (including broadband).
National Well-being Goals	A prosperous Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Prosperous People and Places - To maximise opportunities for people and places in both urban and rural parts of our county.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.24.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Productive and Enterprising Places.

Strategic Policy: SP9 Gypsy and Traveller Provision
Strategic Objectives	SO10 - To make provision for an appropriate number and mix of quality homes across the County based around the principles of sustainable socio-economic development and equality of opportunities.
National Well-being Goals	A more equal Wales & A Wales of cohesive communities.
Local Well-being Goals	Prosperous People and Places - To maximise opportunities for people and places in both urban and rural parts of our county.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.27, MI.28, MI.29.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Active and Social Places

Strategic Policy: SP10 The Visitor Economy
Strategic Objectives	SO13 - To make provision for sustainable & high quality all year round tourism related initiatives.
National Well-being Goals	A prosperous Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Prosperous People and Places - To maximise opportunities for people and places in both urban and rural parts of our county.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.30.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Productive and Enterprising Places

Strategic Policy: SP11 Placemaking and Sustainable Places
Strategic Objectives	SO9 - To protect and enhance the diverse character, distinctiveness, safety and vibrancy of the County's communities by promoting a place making approach and a sense of place.
National Well-being Goals	A Wales of cohesive communities & A healthier Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Prosperous People and Places - To maximise opportunities for people and places in both urban and rural parts of our county.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.31, MI.32, MI.33, MI.34, MI.35.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Placemaking & Active and Social Places

Strategic Policy: SP12 Rural Development
Strategic Objectives	SO2 - To assist with widening and promoting wellbeing opportunities through access to community, leisure and recreational facilities as well as the countryside.
National Well-being Goals	A prosperous Wales, A Wales of cohesive communities & A healthier Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Healthy Habits - People have a good quality of life, and make healthy choices about their lives and environment. Prosperous People and Places - To maximise opportunities for people and places in both urban and rural parts of our county.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.36.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Active and Social Places & Productive and Enterprising Places & Distinctive and Natural Places

Strategic Policy: SP13 Maintaining and Enhancing the Natural Environment
Strategic Objectives	SO1 - To ensure that the natural environment, including habitats and species, are safeguarded and enhanced.
National Well-being Goals	A globally responsible Wales & A resilient Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Healthy Habits - People have a good quality of life, and make healthy choices about their lives and environment.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.37, MI.38, MI.39, MI.40, MI.41, MI.42.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Distinctive and Natural Places

Strategic Policy: SP14 Protection and Enhancement of the Built and Historic Environment
Strategic Objectives	SO5 - To safeguarded and enhance the built and historic environment and promote the appropriate reuse of redundant buildings.
National Well-being Goals	A globally responsible Wales & A Wales of vibrant culture and thriving Welsh Language.
Local Well-being Goals	Healthy Habits - People have a good quality of life, and make healthy choices about their lives and environment.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.43, MI.44.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Distinctive and Natural Places

Strategic Policy: SP15 Climate Change
Strategic Objectives	SO7 To make a significant contribution towards tackling the cause and adapting to the effect of climate change, including promoting renewable energy and the efficient use and safeguarding of resources.
National Well-being Goals	A globally responsible Wales & A resilient Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Strong Connections - Strongly connected people, places and organisations that are able to adapt to change.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.45, MI.46.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Placemaking & Distinctive and Natural Places

Strategic Policy: SP16 Sustainable Distribution – Settlement Framework
Strategic Objectives	SO6 - To ensure that the principles of spatial sustainability are upheld by directing development to sustainable locations with access to services and facilities and wherever possible encouraging the reuse of previously developed land.
National Well-being Goals	A Wales of cohesive communities, A prosperous Wales & A resilient Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Strong Connections - Strongly connected people, places and organisations that are able to adapt to change. Prosperous People and Places - To maximise opportunities for people and places in both urban and rural parts of our county.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.47.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Placemaking & Active and Social Places & Productive and Enterprising Places & Distinctive and Natural Places

Strategic Policy: SP17 Transport and Accessibility
Strategic Objectives	SO8 - To contribute to the delivery of an accessible integrated and sustainable transport system, including links to alternative transport methods.
National Well-being Goals	A Wales of cohesive communities & A globally Responsible Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Strong Connections - Strongly connected people, places and organisations that are able to adapt to change.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.49.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Productive and Enterprising Places

Strategic Policy: SP18 Mineral Resources
Strategic Objectives	SO7 - To make a significant contribution towards tackling the cause and adapting to the effect of climate change, including promoting renewable energy and the efficient use and safeguarding of resources.
National Well-being Goals	A globally responsible Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Strong Connections - Strongly connected people, places and organisations that are able to adapt to change.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.51, MI.52.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Productive and Enterprising Places

Strategic Policy: SP19 Waste Management
Strategic Objectives	SO7 - To make a significant contribution towards tackling the cause and adapting to the effect of climate change, including promoting renewable energy and the efficient use and safeguarding of resources.
National Well-being Goals	A globally responsible Wales.
Local Well-being Goals	Strong Connections - Strongly connected people, places and organisations that are able to adapt to change.
Monitoring	The following indicators will monitor the effectiveness of the policy: MI.55.
Planning Policy Wales Edition 10 alignment	Productive and Enterprising Places

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