Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pride in Place?

Labour’s Pride in Place programme is the Labour Government’s flagship policy to restore our communities. Over 280 areas across the country are receiving up to £20 million over the next decade to transform their areas and it is up to the residents how this money is spent.

Why has Pride in Place funding been allocated only to this area?

Funding for Pride in Place is allocated to areas that are subjected to both some of the highest levels of deprivation and weakest social infrastructure.

The UK Government has used the Office for National Statistics (ONS) 2021 census data, which is mapped onto what the ONS call Middle Layer Super Output Areas. On their map this area is referred to as Moss Side West, although the area does include areas of Whalley Range.

Importantly, I have not decided where the boundaries for the funding begin or end. The boundaries for the funding are determined solely on the data from the ONS.

Who decides how it is spent?

The people who work or live in the area decide how Pride in Place funding is spent.

To make sure that this works in an efficient manner, areas receiving Pride in Place funding must set up a Neighbourhood Board. The Neighbourhood Board will have one chair, will have at least 8 members, will be made up of people who live in work in this area of Moss Side and Whalley Range. Myself and a local councillor will also sit on the Board.

You can apply to be a member of the Neighbourhood Board and interviews will begin over the next few weeks and months.

What can it be spent on?

The Neighbourhood Board will ultimately control where the money is spent, however it is up to your community to decide how the funding is spent. This ranges from investment into green spaces, the reopening or building of community hubs, local festivals, street cleaning and security, and reinvestment into highstreets.

To have your say fill out the form found here.

Even when the Neighbourhood Board has been decided, you will still have many opportunities to voice how you would like the funding to be spent by explaining what you want to the Neighbourhood Board.

When will it start?

The interviews for the Neighbourhood Board will begin in early summer 2026. The board must be confirmed by August. From there, the Neighbourhood Board will begin working to allocate funds and prioritise projects.

I am holding the first in person meeting on the 18th of April 2026 at the Boiler House in Moss Side. Drop by between 12:30-14:00 to meet with friends and neighbours and talk about your ideas.

Do we get the money all in one go?

No. The £20 million will allocated over a 10-year period, with £2 million being allocated each year.

How can I get involved?

You can voice what you would like the funding to be spent on as well as put yourself or someone forward for the Neighbourhood Board here.