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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Next Steps on the Pride in Place Programme

03 December 2025 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Proposed by Miatta Fahnbulleh Lab Co-op Peckham

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Pride in Place Programme prospectus is published to transform local neighbourhoods in the UK.
  • Neighbourhood Boards must be established by July 17, 2026, to develop a Pride in Place Plan.
  • Each Plan can receive up to 20m in funding over ten years and must involve community input and local MPs and councillors.

Issue summary

The statement discusses the publication of the Pride in Place Programme prospectus aimed at transforming local neighbourhoods across the UK.

Action requested

Local neighbourhoods are encouraged to establish Neighbourhood Boards by July 17, 2026, with each Board developing a Pride in Place Plan to receive up to £20m funding over ten years. The plan must reflect community input and involve local MPs and councillors in the process.

Key facts

  • Up to £5bn provided for the Pride in Place Programme.
  • 169 Neighbourhood Boards to be established by July 17, 2026.
  • Each Board will receive up to £20m over ten years split as 63% capital and 37% revenue.
  • Local MPs play a critical role in convening community members.
  • The Programme aims for Boards to transition towards community-led models by year three.
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