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As the programme progresses, the team is committed to ensuring that decisions continue to be informed directly by local people who know their neighbourhoods best. Nominations are open to:

• Individuals who live or work in Woodside, Brookside or Sutton Hill
• People who already give time, care or support to their community
• Residents with lived experience of their neighbourhood
• Individuals wishing to nominate themselves or someone they trust

Reverend Jo Farnworth, Independent Chair of the Pride in Place project said: “Pride in Place exists to reflect and strengthen the communities it serves. We are deliberately keeping this process straightforward and accessible.

“We are not looking for polished applications - we are looking for people who understand their community, who are listened to, and who care about shaping a positive future for their area.”

“Inviting people from the area to get involved is about recognising the knowledge, trust and leadership that already exists locally, and ensuring those perspectives are at the heart of decision-making.”

Councillor Carolyn Healy, Cabinet Member for Neighbourhoods, Planning and Sustainability said: “Those who live here must shape the future and play a vital role in sharing insight from their areas, highlighting local priorities, and contributing ideas that support positive and lasting change.

“If you’re reading this and someone has already come to mind, we really want you to put them forward (with permission). So many people do brilliant things quietly, without ever putting themselves forward. This is about taking a moment to make sure local people are part of what happens next. We’re looking forward to the summer and the various events as another opportunity to make sure everyone has chance to express their ideas.”

Shaun Davies MP for Telford said: “Pride in place is about giving residents in Sutton Hill, Brookside and Woodside a real voice in shaping the future of their neighbourhoods.

“This project is rooted in local people and what matters to them. That’s why we’re inviting residents to get involved, share their views and help decide what happens next. We want to understand what’s important to you, what you’d like to see change and how we can work together.”

There is no requirement to be part of an organisation, and no formal experience is needed.

Nominations, with permission of the person, can be submitted online or with a paper form.

A short online form is available where people can submit a video (no longer than a minute), or fill out an online form, allowing people to share their ideas in a way that feels most comfortable.

Applications can also be submitted at community centres including Park Lane Centre, Brookside Local Centre or the Hub on the Hill from 9am on Wednesday 29 April.

The closing date for nominations is Monday 25 May.

Pride in Place is a long-term, community led regeneration programme designed to improve everyday life in neighbourhoods facing the greatest challenges.

In Telford & Wrekin, Pride in Place represents a £30 million investment over ten years, focused on Woodside, Sutton Hill and Brookside, made up of £20 million in Government funding and £10 million from Telford & Wrekin Council. Funding was secured through joint work between Telford & Wrekin Council, Telford MP Shaun Davies and the community.

Further information about the project can be found here Telford & Wrekin Council | Pride in Place 

To keep up to date with the Pride in Place project, including further announcements, please register your details here.