Developing a framework for managing the night-time economy in Wales: a Health Impact Assessment approach

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Figure 1. HIA process flow diagram.

Table 1. Key objectives and outcomes of the framework.

Objectives	Outcomes
Objective 1: To support the development of a systematic approach to increase understanding of the night-time economy based on intelligence and accurate information	(a) Sharing of information, intelligence and resources amongst partnership agencies at the local, regional and international level which helps promote preventive action
	(b) Development of a programme of coordinated actions or projects to address identified problems using profiles of local area needs
	(c) Recognition of a shared responsibility for the effective engagement and coordination of relevant agencies, stakeholders and local communities
	(d) Effective and sustainable monitoring and evaluation of existing and new interventions to monitor progress and impact within the night-time economy
Objective 2: To promote sustainable environments and support prevention strategies to create healthy, safe and diverse night-time economies in Wales	(a) Development and maintenance of diverse, safe and accessible environments in the night-time economy which support the needs of all night-time economy patrons, including vulnerable groups
	(b) Effective provision of tailored facilities and infrastructure for all users of the night-time economy, including an effective and safe transport system
	(c) Promotion of key preventative messages to encourage a culture shift which minimises the risk of harm from substance misuse and violence in the night-time economy
	(d) Working with industry to encourage use of evidence-based regulatory frameworks to improve safety
Objective 3: To support effective multi-agency management of the night-time economy and enforcement at the local level	(a) Sustainable provision of flexible and targeted emergency services in the night-time economy
	(b) Efficient planning and use of licensing and legislative powers through joint-working and collaboration to ensure safety in the night-time economy
	(c) Proactive enforcement of existing and new legislation incorporating a public health approach to policing
	(d) Constructive and positive engagement between all key stakeholders, including public sector, industry and voluntary sector

Figure 2. Journey through a healthy, diverse and safe night-time economy in Wales – see attached pdf (the print version can be done in black and white to avoid additional costs).