Shared Principles. Parties to the MOU agree to adopt and maintain information sharing standards in accordance with Part 13A and the Protocol and to:
Shared Principles. This Compact outlines the relationship between the public sector and the voluntary & community sector in Cumbria allowing them to work together more effectively to strengthen communities and improve people’s lives. While there are many differences between the public and the voluntary & community sector, which must be acknowledged and respected, the sectors have much in common. In particular, the public sector and the voluntary and community sector share a common set of principles, which are at the heart of what they are trying to achieve. These principles make it clear that the Compact is neither a set of rules nor a bureaucratic burden, but a way of working that can help deliver real outcomes and improvements for people and communities. These principles have been created to help the sectors build relationships and work together effectively in partnership. The Compact’s commitments put these shared principles into practice. Respect The public sector and the voluntary & community sector are accountable in different ways, but both need to act with transparency and integrity. Effective partnerships are built on mutual understanding and an appreciation of the differences between partners of the Compact. Honesty It is only through open communication that strong partnerships can be built and maintained. Full and xxxxx discussions should be the basis for resolving difficulties. Independence The independence of the voluntary & community sector is recognised and supported. This includes its right within the law to campaign, to comment on and to challenge public sector policy (whatever funding or other relationship may exist) and to determine and manage its own affairs. Diversity The public sector and the voluntary & community sector value a thriving civil society, which brings innovation and choice through a multitude of voices. Equality Fairness for everyone, regardless of their background, is a fundamental goal, and the public sector and the voluntary and community sector will work together to achieve this. Volunteering The energy and commitment of people giving their time for the public good contributes to a vibrant society, and should be recognised and appreciated. Citizen empowerment By working together, the public sector and the voluntary & community sector can deliver change that is built around communities and people, meeting their needs and reflecting their choices. Engagement in policy & development Voluntary and community sector organisations have expert...
Shared Principles. 6.2. To support the development of this relationship, the Department of Health and XXXXX have agreed to a set of shared principles: Working together for patients, people who use services and the public, demonstrating our commitment to the values of the NHS set out in its Constitution. Respect for the importance of autonomy throughout the system, and the freedom of individual organisations to exercise their functions in the way they consider most appropriate. Recognition that the Secretary of State is ultimately accountable to Parliament and the public for the system overall. HSCIC will support the Department in the discharge of its accountability duties, and the Department will support HSCIC in the same way. Working together openly and positively. This will include working constructively and collaboratively with other organisations within and beyond the health and social care system.
Shared Principles. (i) Both Parties are committed to diversity and the inclusion of people of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and incomes.
Shared Principles. 2.1 This Memorandum of Understanding includes a range of principles which partners have agreed to apply to their strategic planning, budget setting and policy implementation. These are summarised below:
Shared Principles. The following principles have been identified to further the relationship between the Third Sector and Conwy County Borough Council, selected based on the challenges identified across all Partners:
Shared Principles. The parties commit to implementation of the above roles based on the following shared principles:
Shared Principles. These shared principles will guide the relationship between the Parties:
Shared Principles maintaining a cooperative partnership;
Shared Principles. 2.1 The SCTS and Scottish Government acknowledge the following shared principles: • The SCTS and the Scottish Ministers are committed to the aim of good communications with each other, and especially where the work of one has bearing upon the responsibilities of the other. The primary aim is not to constrain the discretion of either the SCTS or Scottish Ministers but to allow them to make representations to each other in sufficient time for those representations to be fully considered. • The SCTS and Scottish Ministers will both work in ways that support the best principles of corporate governance and financial accountability. • The SCTS and Scottish Ministers will both work in ways that will safeguard the independence of the judiciary and promote effective access to justice. • In line with the terms of section 61(2) of the 2008 Act, the SCTS will, in carrying out its functions, so far as is practicable and appropriate, co-operate and co- ordinate activity with other persons having functions in relation to the administration of justice. • In line with the terms of section 65 of the Act, where the SCTS gives information or advice, or makes proposals to the Scottish Ministers on any matters relating to the functions of the SCTS, or the general administration of justice in Scotland, the Scottish Ministers must have regard to such information, advice or proposals.
