Would you like to be involved in the development of access to the outdoors in this area?
Are you interested in being a voluntary member of the Tyne and Wear Joint Local Access Forum (the JLAF ), which gives independent advice to the council’s on access, including on public rights of way and access land both in the countryside and urban areas?
The JLAF is a statutory body established by the five councils (Gateshead, Newcastle City, North Tyneside, South Tyneside and Sunderland), to provide advice on improving public access to land in the area for the purposes of open-air recreation and enjoyment.
We are seeking applications for membership of the JLAF, from people of all ages who are enthusiastic about the rights of way network and access to the outdoors. This is an opportunity to contribute views and positive ideas on the potential network of paths in the area and on how to make it more accessible and enjoyable for all.
You might be interested in nature conservation, heritage, tourism, local business, recreation and sport, access for disabled users, health, education, transport or you might be interested in how to attract new users to the network of paths in this area.
In appointing new members, the councils will seek to ensure that a balance of all relevant interests exists in the whole mebership of the JLAF. The JLAF should be representative of the users of rights of ways and access, the owners and occupiers of land, and any other relevant interests.
To apply please download an application form from the right hand side of this page. You can also download a Word version of the form to complete and return via e-mail. E-mailed applications must be returned to kevinvigars@gateshead.gov.uk|
Printed and written applications can be posted to the address above.
There are currently no vacancies for membership of the JLAF, but you are welcome to apply for membership at any time. Your application will be considered when any opportunities arise. The next planned recruitment is in Autumn 2009.