Part V Acquisition Local authorities may buy new houses from property developers for social and affordable housing under Part V of the planning laws.
Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP) Local Community Development Committees may support community groups and projects that reduce poverty and promote social inclusion.
Strategic Policy Committee Support Local authorities set up policy committees where elected councillors and representatives from social, economic, cultural, environmental, community and voluntary groups may advise on, develop and review council policy.