Pride in Place is a UK-wide grant programme investing up to £20 million over 10 years in neighbourhoods identified by the government as most in need of support. This long-term investment is designed to help communities shape their local area, address priorities, and deliver lasting, positive change.
While success will look different in every neighbourhood, the programme’s key aims are to:
The area identified as Hough Green and Ditton in Widnes has been confirmed as a Pride in Place neighbourhood, with the opportunity to secure up to £20 million over the next decade to support community-led improvements.
Halton Borough Council will act as the accountable body for the programme, ensuring that funding is distributed fairly, transparently, and effectively.
The Pride in Place programme puts local people at the heart of decision-making. It gives residents the tools and resources to drive change and shape the future of their neighbourhood.
A Neighbourhood Board will be established for Hough Green and Ditton to determine how funding is used. The board will bring together local residents, businesses, and people with strong connections to the area. It will be representative of the local community and led by an independent Chair.
Board members are now being recruited for Hough Green and Ditton Pride in Place Board.
Information and details on how to apply to be a member of the Board will be available soon.
The Neighbourhood Board will work alongside the wider community to co-create a 10-year Pride in Place Plan, supported by Halton Borough Council and local partners.
This plan will set out a shared vision for Hough Green and Ditton, outlining priorities and opportunities for regeneration and community development. Engagement will be central to this process, ensuring a wide range of local voices are heard.