Cyn ymgynghori'n ffurfiol, datblygwyd y canllawiau statudol drafft ar y cyd â llywodraeth leol ac ymgysylltwyd yn helaeth â rhanddeiliaid allweddol.  Roeddwn am sicrhau bod y canllawiau a gynhyrchid gennym yn rhywbeth gwerthfawr i lywodraeth leol, gan roi cyfle ystyrlon i gryfhau cynghorau'n barhaus.
Prior to formal consultation, the draft statutory guidance was co-developed with local government and extensive engagement was undertaken with key stakeholders.  I wanted to ensure that the guidance we produced was something valuable to local government, providing a meaningful opportunity to continually strengthen councils.