Pride in Place Programme

The UK Government has chosen Merthyr Tydfil as a key town to receive a significant investment, with up to £20 million allocated over the next ten years through the new Pride in Place Programme. This is more than just a grant; it's a chance to transform our community from the ground up.

The Pride in Place Programme is a national initiative, but it will be shaped by local needs. This programme is designed to improve the places we live and strengthen the bonds that hold us together. We will focus on key areas that directly impact our daily lives:

Cohesion
Education and Opportunity
Health and Wellbeing
Housing
Regeneration, High Streets and Heritage
Safety and Security
Transport
Work, Productivity and Skills

Leading this effort is our Neighbourhood Board, independently chaired and formed to represent community interests, business perspectives and public organisations, working in partnership with the Local Authority. Their mission is to create a 10-year Neighbourhood Plan, including a 4-year investment plan to deliver tangible improvements and bring our community's vision to life. This work will be guided by three core objectives:

Thriving Places
Stronger Communities
Taking Back Control

The below map provides information on the Pride in Place Programme Boundary

The following priorities have been identified within the Pride in Place Programme’s Regeneration Plan.

Priority Number	Details
P1	Reduce crime and anti-social behaviour (ASB)
P2	Support residents facing economic and health challenges
P3	Improve connectivity and access to services
P4	Deliver high-impact town centre regeneration
P5	Protect and promote heritage and identity
P6	Enhance public spaces and support mixed-use economy
P7	Strengthen community empowerment and decision-making
P8	Improve access to skills, training, and employment
P9	Support local businesses and grow the local economy

Should you have a project idea that you would like the Pride in Place Programme Board to consider, or if you have any questions about the Programme, please contact pipp@merthyr.gov.uk

Pride in Place Programme Merthyr Tydfil Guidance Notes

Key Links

Stay connected and informed every step of the way.

Events: Check here for details on upcoming public meetings, workshops, and community events.
Meetings, Minutes, and Agendas: Find all official documents from the Neighbourhood Board meetings, ensuring full transparency.
Consultation Report: The final report from our public consultation, summarizing all community feedback, will be made available here. Consultation Feedback Report
Plan for Neighbourhood programme Documents: Find all guidance on the programme here Pride in Place Programme prospectus - GOV.UK

Further Information

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