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Peterborough is a Unitary Authority, which was formerly part of Cambridgeshire. The historic town of Peterborough grew significantly after being granted New Town status in the 1960s. Peterborough City Council’s performance has improved steadily, resulting in an improved CPA rating to Good.  Partnership working between key bodies (the Council, the Greater Peterborough Partnership (the LSP) and Opportunity Peterborough (the local delivery vehicle for growth) is also improving. The Local Area Agreement has had a significant role in this.

The city has embraced the growth agenda and is seeking to deliver sustainable growth, tackling deprivation issues and also achieving its aspirations to be an environment capital nationally.

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