What is Local Agenda 21?
The Earth Summit held in Rio de Janeiro in 1992, recognised the importance of responsible planning and development for the Earths future well being. At the summit, an agreement called Agenda 21 was signed by over 150 nations, including the UK. Locally, this agreement recognises that the majority of the social, economic and environmental issues discussed in Rio can only be addressed by local actions, therefore was re-named 'Local Agenda 21 (LA21)'. Local Agenda 21 recognises the need for everyone to work together to promote sustainable development.
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Hounslow's Local Agenda 21
The Summit decided that each local council should get together with its community and look to publish a 'Local Agenda 21' for the 21st Century. As this is Hounslow's LA21, it focuses on Hounslow's needs. It aims to show what we all can do to provide a better future for ourselves and for future generations. Hounslow's LA21 brings together residents, community groups, businesses and schools to work in partnership with the council to improve the local environment and quality of life at a local level.
If we 'Think Global and Act Local' we can make a better environment to live, work and play. In December 1996, 'Hounslow's Environmental Challenge' was launched. The document lists the issues that local people consider the priorities to be addressed for Hounslow to achieve sustainable development.
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How can I get involved?
You can get involved in a number of ways, for example, give your views on local issues, as part of a consultation process or if you have a particular interest, you could help manage a local project If you would like to get involved, or would like further information,
contact Lucy Griffiths, Local Agenda 21 Officer on 020 8583 5213
or email lucy.griffiths@hounslow.gov.uk
For more information on the Local Agenda21
Hounslow Environmental Challenge 1996 (
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Hounslow Environmental Challenge Review 2000 ( PDF Help, size 386kb)
Related documents
Hounslow Food Strategy (
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