"Building a better future for Darlington involves all of us. Darlington Partnership has brought together the views of local people and organisations to set out a vision for Darlington - our ultimate aim being to enhance the quality of life for all.

We want a community that is prosperous, safe and healthy, where local people have the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Everyone deserves to benefit from the growth and improvements envisaged for the area. We will specifically be tackling inequalities to promote an inclusive community, where all can participate fully and positively in the future of Darlington.

The Community Strategy published in 2003 provides a framework for all people and organisations to work towards a shared future for Darlington. It states our commitment as a Partnership, including the commitment of our partners and local community, to working together to achieve our goals. If we pool our effort, enthusiasm, resources and expertise we really can achieve great things.

Darlington has achieved significant success in recent years - help us to ensure that the next decade sees a continuation of this success and to further improvements in the quality of life for all local people."

Alasdair MacConachie OBE

Chairman

Darlington Partnership