The Implementation of the East Suffolk CIL Spending Strategy nominated by East Suffolk Council has been Commended in the Wellbeing and Education sub-category for demonstrating exemplary leadership in the effective, transparent and community focused use of the Community Infrastructure Levy.

Following a Planning Advisory Service assessment, the Council strengthened its governance, engagement and evidence led decision making, resulting in record investment and a growing distribution of funds to projects that directly support local and plan led infrastructure. With a particular focus on health, education and smaller scale community schemes, the strategy reflects close, proactive collaboration with Suffolk County Council and Integrated Care Boards.

Through robust monitoring, clear alignment with corporate priorities and a commitment to communicating the benefits of development, East Suffolk has delivered a model of best practice that shows how planners can drive meaningful, long term infrastructure improvements for communities.