Have your say on how £20m Government money should be spent in Morecambe’s West End

Pride in Place West End is part of a ten-year government programme that will see £20 million channelled directly into the West End.

The aim is to create long-lasting improvements designed and decided by the people who live in the area.

Projects could include improving local parks, bringing empty buildings back into use, supporting local businesses, and strengthening community facilities and activities.

To make sure decisions reflect the real needs and voices of the West End, a new resident-led board structure is being created.

Applications are now open for three groups: the Neighbourhood Board, which will lead the decision-making based on ongoing engagement with local people; a Technical Advisory Panel, which will offer specialist advice; and a Community Panel, which will bring lived experience and local knowledge to support the board’s work.

The Pride in Place team is particularly keen to hear from people who live in the West End of Morecambe, as the majority of members must be residents.

People who work in the area or have a strong personal connection will also be considered.

The programme wants to bring together a wide mix of voices, including young people, long-term residents, local business owners, community volunteers, creatives, representatives from local organisations, and those working in public services such as health, education, and community safety.

These are voluntary roles, but those selected will be able to claim reasonable expenses such as travel or childcare to help them take part.

No previous board experience is required for Community Panel members, just a commitment to the West End and a desire to help shape its future.

Applicants for the Neighbourhood Board and Technical Advisory Panel are asked to submit a CV and a short statement outlining the skills, experience, and perspective they can bring, as well as two references.

Applications should be sent to [email protected].

Applicants for the Community Panel, please submit a statement explaining your interest in the project and your connection to the West End to [email protected]

The closing date for applications is January 16 2026.

Shortlisting will be completed by January 23, with interviews and appointments taking place on January 30.

Successful members will take part in a “get to know each other” session on February 6 and a team-building session on February 28.

Neighbourhood Board and Advisory Panel meetings will initially take place once a month, including some evenings and weekends to allow as many people as possible to take part.