Pride in Place:
Bootle South
Bootle South has been selected to take part in the UK Government’s Pride in Place programme — a long-term investment programme designed to support community-led change and strengthen local neighbourhoods.
Over the next 10 years, the programme could bring up to £20 million investment into the area, with local residents helping shape how funding is used.
Key Facts
Programme Length
10 Years
Potential
Investment
Up to £20 million
Area
Bootle South
Led by
Independent Neighbourhood Board
What is Pride in Place?
Pride in Place is a long-term national programme designed to empower local communities to shape the future of their neighbourhoods.
The programme focuses on areas facing high levels of deprivation and limited social infrastructure, while recognising the strengths, assets and potential already within local communities.
In Bootle South, local residents and organisations will help create a shared vision for the future of the area and decide how investment should support local priorities.
The programme aims to:
Strengthen community pride and belonging
Improve local places and spaces
Support community-led projects and facilities
Empower local people to influence decisions
Create long-term positive change
To find out more about the national programme, visit the GOV.UK Pride in Place Prospectus here...
Our Approach
A new Independent Neighbourhood Board will be established to help guide the programme in Bootle South.
The Board will work with residents, community organisations, businesses and local partners to:
Listen to the community
Identify local priorities
Shape long-term plans
Oversee investment decisions
Help deliver positive change
This programme is designed to be community-led, transparent and focused on creating a lasting legacy for Bootle South.
Programme Timetable
April – May 2026
Recruitment of Independent Neighbourhood Board Chair.
May – June 2026
Recruitment of Neighbourhood Board members.
April – October 2026
Community engagement and development of the Pride in Place Plan.
November 2026
Submission of the Bootle South Pride in Place Plan to Government.
Neighbourhood Board Recruitment
We are currently recruiting members for the Independent Neighbourhood Board.
The Board will help shape the future of Bootle South and influence how Pride in Place investment is used within the community.
We welcome applications from residents, businesses, community organisations, faith groups, young people and local partners who care about the future of the area.
