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Bristol will cement its position as the most liveable city in the UK. After already being named in the region of 20 different times for such an accolade in the last 15 years. It will continue to attract a diverse population through its rich culture, thriving economy, attractive architecture and proximity to the countryside and coast. Bristol will be recognised as a world leading city for inclusivity, celebrating and embracing different cultures.

Ethical Urban Farming. Sky Farms, Community Growing, Urban Allotments - by 2040 Bristol will lead the way as an exemplar for ethical, locally grown urban farming on a level seen only in advanced European countries. It’s progressive young population with climate resilience at the heart of their motivation will form the first ethical urban farming cooperative providing full time employment opportunities across the city and increasing graduate retention further.

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Surplus and redundant public sector estate will be repurposed to end homelessness in the city. An early intervention campaign using free accommodation will get the estimated 3,000 homeless in the city into homes. Subsequent employment training programmes, vocational rehabilitation and access to education will be led by an organisation partnering with the local authority, utilising surplus accommodation across the government and public sector estate. Underutilised buildings around Filton will be the first to be converted into residential uses for those in need, with employment opportunities supported through partnerships with local businesses and manufacturers as local industry continues to develop.

Bristol’s Ecological Emergency Action Plan will develop more ambitious targets and will be complete by 2040. The initial goals by 2030, which include: 30% of land in Bristol to be managed for the benefit of wildlife; reduce the use of pesticides by at least 50%; 100% of Bristol’s waterways to have water quality that supports healthy wildlife; and people and businesses to reduce consumption of products that undermine the health of wildlife and ecosystems around the world. In addition to these targets, Bristol City Council will address the urban heat island effect by planting trees and foliage along pedestrianised streets. This includes providing strong natural capital within public spaces that will be vital to ensuring that the liveability of the city is maintained as density increases.

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