Plan For Neighbourhoods Programme
The UK Government has chosen Merthyr as a key town to receive a significant investment, with up to £20 million allocated over the next ten years through the new Plan for Neighbourhoods programme. This is more than just a grant; it's a chance to transform our community from the ground up.
The Plan for Neighbourhoods 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
Your Voice, Your Plan: Let's Talk Merthyr
This plan cannot succeed without you. The people of Merthyr are the true experts on our community, and your insights are fundamental to the programme's success.
Join us in September 2025 for a public consultation roadshow. We want to hear your ideas on how to shape the Plan for Neighbourhoods programme and this is your opportunity to help us create a Merthyr where everyone can thrive.
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.
- Plan for Neighbourhood programme Documents: Find all guidance on the programme here Plan for Neighbourhoods: prospectus - GOV.UK