St Ann’s East, Broxtowe and Cinderhill have been named as one of only a handful of communities across the East Midlands set to receive major long-term government funding through the new £5 billion Pride in Place programme.
These areas will receive up to £20 million over the next 10 years, giving local people the chance to help revitalise their neighbourhood – from improving community spaces and local facilities to backing projects that matter most to residents.
Nottingham City as a whole will also benefit from an immediate £1.5 million boost to enhance shared spaces, revitalise local high streets and improve public spaces.
The Pride in Place programme, announced today by the Prime Minister, aims to put local people at the heart of neighbourhood renewal. It will give residents new powers and long-term funding to restore pride in their communities, with the flexibility to support projects like reclaiming empty shops, protecting assets and creating new parks, play areas and cultural spaces.
Local people in Nottingham are already demonstrating the difference this kind of investment can make. Clifton was one of 75 communities nationally to benefit from the Government’s Plan for Neighbourhoods. Projects in Clifton include improving playing fields and high streets, alongside a local pastor who is working to save community groups following violent disorder last summer. This was the result of local people’s ideas and priorities – chosen by the community, for the community.
Councillor Neghat Khan, Leader of Nottingham City Council, said: “This is fantastic news for Nottingham, and especially for the people of St Ann’s East, Broxtowe and Cinderhill. £20 million of long-term funding gives us the opportunity to make a real difference to local lives – improving community facilities, enhancing our neighbourhoods, and ensuring citizens have a genuine say in shaping where they live. Together with the additional £1.5 million for the wider city, this investment will help us deliver real, positive change for our communities.”
Nottingham joins Chaddesden West (Derby), Cotmanhay (Derbyshire) and Grassmoor & Holmewood (North East Derbyshire) as one of four East Midlands areas chosen for this level of long-term investment.
The funding builds on work already happening across the city to strengthen communities, improve public spaces and create opportunities for residents to thrive.
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