The development of Green infrastructure (GI) in the Haven Gateway is a high priority and is being driven and guided by a steering group with members from a diverse range of regional and national organisations. As part of the delivery, priority is being given to GI that is natural and publicly accessible. The partners are coordinating resources, including public funding, on a range of GI projects that respond to the economic and housing growth in the sub region. The projects will help fill predicted 'gaps' where GI is lacking and enhance existing green spaces where needed.

Guiding the work

The Haven Gateway Green Infrastructure Strategy is supported by a Steering Group of partners comprising local authorities, government agencies, the local wildlife trusts, and Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Unit. Suffolk County Council has acted as the lead authority and environmental charity Groundwork is providing support. The Steering Group is accountable to the Planning Officers Group of the Haven Gateway Partnership.

Click here to learn more about the Partnership's Vision and Purpose

Click here to learn more about the Partnership's structure

So far we have...

• Formed a steering group
• Developed a strategy that was adopted in July 2008. Learn more by clicking here.
• Allocated about £200,000 of Growth Point Funding in 2009/10 to 4 important projects. Learn more about these projects by clicking here.
• Started developing a communication and advocacy strategy.
• Identified 165 other projects that might need developing in the future. 

Our Principles

• We want to increase everyone's understanding of and ability to take action for green infrastructure because of the benefits it brings
• We will seek to engage all stakeholders and integrate GI into all future planning and development
• We will promote an integrated approach to green infrastructure provision and management that provides recreational and access opportunities for people whilst maintaining and enhancing the exceptional natural and historic environment within the Haven Gateway
• We will create green infrastructure that reflects the ethos and character of the Haven Gateway
• We will seek to create and enhance strategic links and routes for the benefit of people and wildlife.