Pride in Place is a government programme designed to give communities the tools and resources they need to shape their neighbourhoods and drive local change. Because residents understand their area best, local people will lead the programme, deciding how Pride in Place funding is used and what priorities should be taken forward.
Over the next 10 years, the programme will provide up to £2 million each year to support a new Neighbourhood Board. This board will create a regeneration plan for the area and make funding decisions that support long-term, positive change across Littlemoor, Broadwey and Upwey. The board will be led by an Independent Chair.
The Neighbourhood Board will include residents and will be supported by local MP Lloyd Hatton and representatives from Dorset Council.
Recruitment of the Independent Chair
Recruitment for the Independent Chair will take place first. Expressions of Interest will open here on Friday 20 March.
The chair will be selected in mid-April by a panel including Lloyd Hatton MP and a Dorset Council representative.
The role is suitable for someone who:
- cares about the local area
- wants to support positive change
- can guide discussions in a fair, open and balanced way
No specialist expertise is required. We are seeking someone who listens well, brings people together, and helps ensure board decisions reflect the needs of the whole community.
Recruitment of Neighbourhood Board members will follow in May and June, after the appointment of the chair.
Community information events and drop in information sessions
Residents are invited to attend an information event to learn more about the programme. Dates for these events will be released shortly.
You can find out more about the national programme by viewing the Pride in Place Programme Prospectus on gov.uk.
Contact communitiesforall@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk or speak with your local Dorset Councillor.