Community learning and development plans
/Community learning and development (CLD) supports (mainly) disadvantaged or vulnerable people to bring about change in their lives and communities. It does this through providing opportunities for learning and personal development. The work of many community organisations fits within the definition of CLD.
The Community Learning and Development (Scotland) Regulations require local authorities and their partners to develop three year CLD Plans for their area. They should identify learning and support priorities within the community and how these will be achieved. Local plans must be based on consultation with communities and community organisations.
The following resources and links should be helpful if you want to find out more about how to get involved:
CLD Standards Council - The CLD Standards Council Scotland is the professional body for people who work or volunteer in community learning and development in Scotland. It has a policy page for anyone wanting to look in more depth at the legislation relevant to CLD, including the CLD Regulations. Visit the CLD Standards Council website.
Community Learning and Development Plans 2015-18: Planning for Change in Scotland's Communities - This is a review of CLD plans produced by local authorities and their partners. It also provides a bit of an introduction to CLD plans and the legislation. Download the resource (pdf)
Guidance on Community Learning & Development Planning - Education Scotland provide guidance for local authorities and other parters preparing CLD plans, including how communities should be involved in developing the plans. Access the guidance on Education Scotland’s website.
The Requirements for Community Learning and Development (Scotland) Regulations 2013 - The legislation for the CLD regulations, which is quite short and refers to the 1980 Education (Scotland) Act, which is a more substantial piece of legislation. Click here to read the CLD (Scotland) regulations on www.legislation.gov.uk.
