The two Regional Committees (London & Essex) are each made up of 8 residents and 4 external representatives.
The Regional Committees are responsible for all Swan properties in their geographical area, i.e. Essex or London and oversee:
- all direct front-line service delivery and the associated budgets
- the implementation of Housing Policies and to recommend any necessary changes to the Parent Board
- scrutinising performance of service delivery
- monitoring development schemes and progress
- providing advice on design for new/refurbishment schemes
- resident involvement and training
The Committees each meet four times per year.
Members of the Regional Committees are also provided with training and development opportunities to help them.
I believe it is our responsibility to work in partnership with Swan to improve the services we receive, have my voice heard and make a direct impact.
Since joining the committee I have had a chance to utilise the skills and knowledge I already had and increase my skills through different training courses over the last year.
The first meeting I attended was nerve wracking due to my lack of knowledge, but everyone involved has been warm and welcoming. I have also met some colourful characters along the way and have thoroughly enjoyed my involvement.
Darren – Regional Committee Member.
If you would like more information about joining one of the Committee please contact the Resident Involvement and Community Development Team on Tel: 01277 844242 or send an email to involvement@swan.org.uk
