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  • Help shape the future of Shoeburyness - Pride in Place Shoeburyness

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    Help shape the future of Shoeburyness - Pride in Place Shoeburyness

    Pride in Place Shoeburyness has been engaging with residents and local organisations about their ambitions for the area. We have already received input from hundreds of people through surveys, door-knocking, meetings and community events.

    David Hadjicostas MBE, Chair of the Pride in Place Shoeburyness Board, said:

    "It's been great to see so many residents sharing their thoughts on what makes Shoeburyness special, what could be improved and how this investment could make a difference locally. We would particularly like to hear from more young people and people whose voices

    Help shape the future of Shoeburyness - Pride in Place Shoeburyness

    Pride in Place Shoeburyness has been engaging with residents and local organisations about their ambitions for the area. We have already received input from hundreds of people through surveys, door-knocking, meetings and community events.

    David Hadjicostas MBE, Chair of the Pride in Place Shoeburyness Board, said:

    "It's been great to see so many residents sharing their thoughts on what makes Shoeburyness special, what could be improved and how this investment could make a difference locally. We would particularly like to hear from more young people and people whose voices are not always represented in local conversations so that the programme reflects the views and aspirations of the whole community."

    Pride in Place is working in partnership with SAVS and local organisations to gather ideas and feedback. We encourage groups to use the engagement toolkit and survey link to promote the conversation with their members, customers and service users.

    You can also complete the survey yourself and share your views directly.

    The conversation will continue throughout the ten-year programme, but the feedback received over the coming weeks will help inform the first Pride in Place Investment Plan, which must be submitted to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government by 30 November 2026.

    Background information

    Pride in Place is a long-term government programme that aims to empower local communities to shape the future of their area through investment, partnership working and community-led decision-making.

    1. Programme information: Pride in Place Shoeburyness online hub
    2. Partner resources: Engagement toolkit and communications assets
    3. Have your say: Complete the Pride in Place Shoeburyness survey

  • Shoeburyness Pride in Place: Keep up to date!

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    Work is progressing on Pride in Place Shoeburyness, a 10-year programme bringing up to £20 million of investment into the area.

    The Pride in Place Shoeburyness Neighbourhood Board is now in place, bringing together local residents and representatives with a range of community, professional and public service experience.

    David Hadjicostas MBE has been appointed Chair, alongside Board members Bayo Alaba MP, Cllr Steven Wakefield, Peter Melville, Tricia Cowdrey, Maria Moreira Edwards, Karim Taha, Rosie Duenas, Beth Palma, Joe Levey and Pippa Garnett.

    What is happening now?

    The Board is currently developing the Pride in Place Investment Plan, drawing on the

    Work is progressing on Pride in Place Shoeburyness, a 10-year programme bringing up to £20 million of investment into the area.

    The Pride in Place Shoeburyness Neighbourhood Board is now in place, bringing together local residents and representatives with a range of community, professional and public service experience.

    David Hadjicostas MBE has been appointed Chair, alongside Board members Bayo Alaba MP, Cllr Steven Wakefield, Peter Melville, Tricia Cowdrey, Maria Moreira Edwards, Karim Taha, Rosie Duenas, Beth Palma, Joe Levey and Pippa Garnett.

    What is happening now?

    The Board is currently developing the Pride in Place Investment Plan, drawing on the views and priorities shared through previous engagement with the Shoeburyness community.
    The aim is to submit the plan to Government in November 2026.

    As part of this next stage, the Board also wants to make sure that people who haven’t yet had an opportunity to share their thoughts can get involved.

    Southend Association of Voluntary Servicess in partnership with Board members will be reaching out to partners and local groups to continue the conversation about local priorities.

    A new survey has launched this wee week, inviting people who live, work, or visit Shoeburyness to share their ideas and suggestions for the area.

    Responses will provide further insight for the Board as it develops the Investment Plan and considers the priorities for Shoeburyness over the coming years.

    Keep up to date and get involved

    There will be further opportunities to have your say as Pride in Place develops.

    Visit the Pride in Place Shoeburyness online hub to learn more about the programme, meet the Board and keep up to date with progress.

    You can also follow Pride in Place Shoeburyness on Facebook for the latest news and updates.