LOCAL AGENDA 21
In Rio de Janeiro in 1992, most of the world's countries were represented at a United Nations Conference, to discuss the most important problem facing them all - the future of the Earth.
It was at this 'Earth Summit', that arguably, the most important ever Declaration was drawn up and signed by the assembled Heads of State. It was call 'Agenda 21', and reprsented a strategic action plan to protect the earth's resources, whilst ensuring a fair and balanced lifestyle for all of the people of the world, for now and for the future.
Agenda, because it was a collection of relevant issues, and 21, for the 21st century and beyond. It started as a plan to protect the earth's environment. It soon became apparent, however, that the problems of the environment could not be addressed purely on their own, but that they had to address social equality and economic equity as essential and inter-related components of environmental protection. No person or nation could be expected to care for the environment in a climate of strife or hardship.
Introduction to Horsham Agenda 21
Introduction to Horsham Agenda 21 (532kb)
"Working to enhance the quality of life in Horsham District."
Horsham Agenda 21 - Nature
Horsham Agenda 21 - Nature (595kb)
Endeavouring to conserve and enhance the diversity of habitats and wildlife locally, nationally and globally and the landscape character of the district.
Horsham Agenda 21 - Resources
Horsham Agenda 21 - Resources (685kb)
Moving to a position whereby all purchases made will reflect the desire to protect and improve the environment.
Horsham Agenda 21 - Transport
Horsham Agenda 21 - Transport (483kb)
To use and encourage the use of the least environmentally damaging forms of transport.
Horsham Agenda 21 - Villages and Towns
Horsham Agenda 21 - Villages and Towns (691kb)
Endeavour to ensure that development enhances and conserves the character of the district.
Horsham Agenda 21 - Employment and Education
Horsham Agenda 21 - Employment and Education ((445kb))
This is to ensure that all members of society are given the opportunities to live a fulfilling life.
Hosham Agenda 21 - Community Safety
Hosham Agenda 21 - Community Safety ((784kb))
This chapter is on the issue of ensuring that communities are free from crime, violence and persecution.
Horsham Agenda 21 - Health and Leisure
Horsham Agenda 21 - Health and Leisure ((535kb))
Improving human health and the environment to mutual benefit. Also to ensure that a balanced range of opportunities for culture, leisure and recreation are readily available to all.
Horsham Agenda 21 - Pollution
Horsham Agenda 21 - Pollution ((699kb))
This chapter is on the aim to minimise the impact of pollution locally, nationally and globally.
Horsham Agenda 21 - Community Participation
Horsham Agenda 21 - Community Participation ((1,270kb))
Opportunities for people to paticipate in the decisions affecting their community and to improve quality of life.
Horsham Agenda 21 - Conclusion
Horsham Agenda 21 - Conclusion ((213kb))
Conlusion to the Horsham Agenda 21 strategy document.