To set the overall strategic vision for Newham and to secure partnership commitment and action to delivering the vision;

To develop and deliver the Community Strategy for Newham to meet local needs and priorities;

To direct the allocation of the Neighbourhood Renewal Fund to influence mainstream service delivery;

To implement and further develop Newham's Community Strategy;

To streamline strategic decision making, ensure community involvement and engagement and to provide effective monitoring to ensure partners policies and plans have desired impact;

To work with and support the local authority and other statutory bodies in developing public service agreements and bending mainstream in order to bring about improved public services;