The Pride in Place Programme (PiPP) Board (Stanley South) is scheduled to meet on Friday 30 October 2026. The meeting's agenda includes a review of the draft Investment Plan and associated documents, which outlines priority projects and activities for the next four years. Discussions are also expected regarding the programme's vision for Stanley and next steps for its implementation.

Review of Draft Investment Plan

A significant portion of the meeting is scheduled to focus on the review of the draft Investment Plan and associated documents. This plan is intended to guide the Pride in Place Programme's activities over the next four years. The report pack indicates that this discussion will include a recap of the programme's draft vision, which aims for Stanley to be vibrant, inclusive and thriving places where people of all generations take pride in their heritages, shape their future and share in new opportunities.¹

The agenda also outlines that there will be a review of priority projects across the Stanley South boundary, encompassing areas such as the Town Centre, Craghead, South Moor, The Middles, and boundary-wide initiatives. Specific projects mentioned include the repurposing of derelict buildings in the Town Centre, improvements to Craghead village hall's energy efficiency, a public realm scheme for Rydal Avenue in South Moor, and increasing parking spaces across estates. The update on the War Memorial is also scheduled for discussion.

Furthermore, the review will cover progress to date on the Investment Plan, next steps for its completion and submission, and monitoring and reporting requirements. The board is expected to discuss and agree on a clear programme of projects and activities for Year 1 to Year 4. The report pack details that the draft Investment Plan includes sections on the 10-year vision, local context, community engagement, lessons learned, priorities for change, and delivering the vision.

Next Steps for the Programme

Following the review of the Investment Plan, the meeting is scheduled to address the next steps for the Pride in Place Programme. This includes the creation of working groups focused on priority intervention areas. A key upcoming milestone is the formal submission of the Investment Plan to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) by 30 November 2026. The continuation of community engagement, under the banner of You Said, We Heard, which will incorporate feedback on priorities and potential projects, is also on the agenda. Additionally, the co-design of funding application forms for any agreed grant schemes is planned.