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This case study shows how councils are collaborating on local development frameworks and the lessons they are learning.

identify common interests – be clear about how collaborative working can help to improve planning outcomes in the local development framework
identify differences and address them – councils report that understanding differences as well as similarities is an important factor in developing realistic collaborative processes
set up formalised processes – structures that reflect the commitment of the authorities to collaborative working are necessary to reinforce the legitimacy of the work. They also help to build trust.
secure agreement from councillors – ensure that councillors understand the long-term planning benefits of collaborative working and create processes that build up trust. This will help overcome potential tensions.