The Council has agreed a new vision for Cambridge, approved at full council in July 2024. It is a clear vision for One Cambridge, Fair for All.

It’s a vision we will work towards cooperatively with our residents and partner organisations.

Our Corporate Plan sets out our four key priorities for the city from 2022 to 2027.

A new Corporate Plan will be produced in the coming months to set out how we will work towards the new vision.

‘One Cambridge, Fair for All’

Where:

• Residents enjoy a high quality of life and exemplar public services. Cambridge is a place of high employment where everyone has a warm, safe, and affordable home, and beautiful open spaces to enjoy. Communities are thriving and empowered, supported by well-run public services, and drawing on shared prosperity with greater equality in health and educational outcomes.
• Decarbonisation and sustainability are central to prosperity. Cambridge is a net zero carbon city, where people and nature enjoy a clean river, clean air, and biodiverse green spaces. Strong nature networks are coordinated between relevant bodies to combat the impacts of social and climate injustice.
• Innovation benefits people and planet. Cambridge champions pioneering discoveries which shape a better future for people and planet. There is a lifelong citywide commitment to learning which enables every resident to develop their skills and fulfil their potential. Businesses are key to the success of a thriving local economy which benefits residents and workers.
• Development is sustainable and inclusive. High-quality social housing, sustainable public transport alongside key infrastructure is prioritised to ensure Cambridge is a vibrant and caring city. Cambridge’s beautiful architecture and public realm, with well-used community spaces, promotes pride and wellbeing and is accessible to all.
• Arts, sports, and culture are thriving. Cambridge celebrates the city’s diversity through a vibrant arts and cultural scene, including music, festivals, sports, and food and drink. Accessible arts, sports and culture provide spaces for people of all ages to come together to enjoy the city, both during the day and at night.
• Democratic accountability is genuine and accessible. Residents actively participate in democratic life and transparent decisions are made by and for the people of Cambridge. There is genuine partnership between academic, business, and civic communities to enhance residents’ prosperity. Local control, devolution, and community empowerment are championed through transparent and simplified local government.