THE PARTNERSHIP CHARTER FOR THE NIGHT TIME ECONOMY
Welcome to the Partnership Charter, created to bring the night time economy together through shared responsibility and collaboration.
This Charter is a celebration of partnership working in the night time economy.
But more than that, it is an invitation to you, the reader, to commit to partnership. And, starting your journey, all you have to do is sign the Charter. It might then mean a small step, such as introducing Ask for Angela in your pub. Or it might lead you to play a more active role in a local partnership. By signing, you help to turn the whole idea of partnership from a series of local initiatives into a national movement.
–Â Philip Kolvin KC
The Partnership Charter supports collaboration among all stakeholders to grow a vibrant night time economy while reducing its negative impacts.
To build a vibrant, inclusive night time economy that supports community needs, investment, jobs, tourism, and public well-being.
The Charter’s core values are partnership, inclusivity, vibrancy, collaboration, safety, prevention, and environmental sustainability.
Signatories to the Charter, including businesses, authorities, and community groups, commit to its Vision, Values, and Principles by formally joining as Parties.
The Charter is a framework for positive and collaborative working. It is a statement of support for the Vision, Values and Charter Principles. It does not create legal obligations.
The Partnership Charter principles
A thriving night time economy
We’ll work with stakeholders to grow a vibrant, inclusive night time economy through strategy, promotion, support, and shared training.
An inclusive night time economy
We’ll build an inclusive, accessible night time economy with simple, affordable licensing for all.
A safe night time economy
We’ll work with stakeholders to promote safety, welfare, legal awareness, and responsible conduct across the night time economy.
A sustainable night time economy
We support a greener night time economy through recycling, energy efficiency, local sourcing, and sustainable transport initiatives.
Support for programmes​
We’ll support safe, vibrant nightlife through community forums, mediation, and fair licensing.
A Collaborative Approach​
We’ll promote open, supportive collaboration between venues and authorities through fair, proportionate, and locally adaptable regulation.
Working with communities
We will work with communities to encourage dialogue, resolve concerns and support a positive night time environment.
Measuring and celebrating success
We’ll track local progress and build on shared successes to strengthen the Charter’s impact.