Our Neighbourhood Board
Bootle South Neighbourhood Board
The Bootle South Neighbourhood Board will help guide the Pride in Place programme locally.
The Board will work alongside residents, community organisations, businesses and local partners to help shape a long-term vision for the area.
The Board will;
Develop a shared vision for Bootle South
Help identify community priorities
Oversee investment planning
Support community engagement
Promote transparency and accountability
Independent Chair
Dave Smith
Chair – Bootle South Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board
I am incredibly honoured to have been appointed as Chair of the Bootle South Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board.
This is a major opportunity for our community and one that genuinely has the potential to make a lasting difference to the people and places of Bootle South over the next decade.
Pride in Place is a long-term Government-backed programme that will see up to £20 million invested into the area over the next 10 years. More importantly though, this programme is designed to put local people at the centre of shaping that future.
For me personally, that is what matters most.
We are seeking a broad range of voices and perspectives, to ensure that the Independent Neighbourhood Board is representative of the local community.
We are looking for proactive, trusted and community-minded people who:
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Are from, live, work or volunteer within the Bootle South area, who really care about and are proud of their local area.
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Have a good understanding of the local area, its people, challenges, and opportunities.
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Are happy to speak up but also listen to other people’s views.
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Can act calmly even where there are differences of opinion or disagreement.
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Are prepared to represent the interests of others, not just their own views or personal or organisational interests.
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Have ideas and like to find solutions to local issues.
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Can regularly attend and actively participate in Neighbourhood Board meetings and, where required, are happy to help with the wider work of the Board (beyond the meetings).
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Are committed to longer-term involvement.
We welcome applications from:
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local residents
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community and voluntary groups
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businesses
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faith groups
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schools and education providers
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health organisations
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arts, cultural and sports organisations
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young people and underrepresented groups
You do not need previous board experience. Training and support will be provided.
Time Commitment
Board meetings are expected to take place approximately every 6–8 weeks.
There may also be occasional workshops, engagement events and additional meetings.
Reasonable expenses and support arrangements will be considered to help ensure participation is accessible to everyone.
How to apply
Please submit a short letter of application.
In your letter of application, please explain:
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How you meet the criteria for the role
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Why you believe you are well placed to be a member of the Neighbourhood Board
You can download the Board Member Role Description below.
Please email completed applications to:
contact@prideinplacebootle.org.uk
Closing Date for applications 5pm, Wednesday 10 June 2026