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Croydon

Answer

Due to the broad nature of the question and the wide range of DEFRA policies implemented in Croydon Central, it is not possible to provide a detailed answer in the form requested.Croydon Central is obliged through statute to comply with central Government legislation. DEFRA's policy responsibilities are summarised in its departmental strategic objectives (DSOs) that have been agreed with the Treasury:"To promote a society that is adapting to the effects of climate change, through a national programme of action and a contribution to international action.""To promote a healthy, resilient, productive and diverse natural environment.""To promote sustainable, low carbon and resource efficient patterns of consumption and production.""To promote an economy and a society that are resilient to environmental risk.""To champion sustainable development.""To promote a thriving farming and food sector with an improving net environmental impact.""To encourage a sustainable, secure and healthy food supply.""To provide socially and economically sustainable rural communities.""To be a respected Department delivering efficient and high quality services and outcomes."DEFRA publishes annual departmental reports which set out progress against its Public Service Agreement targets and DSOs. The 2009 Report is available at:"http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/about/reports/documents/2009-deptreport.pdf"Past reports are available online in the National Archives.For information on a specific DEFRA policy in Croydon Central, the Government Office for the South East is able to provide information on implementation and the benefits to the area.

Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

508 c1414-5W; 325587

Session

2009-10

Subjects

Croydon Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Link

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