Sustainable Development Bill: helping shape a better future for Wales

Sustainability lies at the heart of the Welsh Government’s agenda for Wales; it also lies at the heart of this legislative programme. Taken as a whole, it will promote the economic, social and environmental wellbeing and enhance people’s quality of life in Wales  It is about defining the long term development path for our nation. It means healthy, productive people; vibrant, inclusive communities; a diverse and resilient environment and an advanced and innovative economy. This legislative programme provides new powers, duties and institutional capacity to advance our goals of building a sustainable Wales. 

First Minister, 12 July 2011, The Welsh Government’s Legislative Programme 2011-16

The Sustainable Development Bill will place a duty on organisations delivering public services to have SD as their central organising principle. It will also establish an independent SD body, to provide support on sustainable development to reflect Welsh interests and needs.

The White Paper has been informed and developed through engagement and consultation. We are now seeking your views on the proposals in the White Paper. 

The White Paper is available under related links on the right. The consultation will close on 4 March 2013.

A series of Consultation events were held throughout Wales. Attached below is a copy of a resource pack should you wish to provide a presentation about the Bill to your colleagues.