Find out about our long-term national programme that puts residents at the centre of local investment.
Pride in Place is a long-term national programme putting residents at the centre of local investment. In Whitehawk, the Neighbourhood Board will work with the community to develop a 10 year vision and an initial 4 year investment plan.
To find out more, read the Pride in Place Programme Prospectus on the GOV.UK website.
Whitehawk has been selected by the UK Government to take part in Pride in Place, a long-term investment programme offering up to £20 million to improve local neighbourhoods. The funding is designed to put power directly into the hands of local residents, helping communities decide what matters most.
We are now recruiting an Independent Chair to lead the new Whitehawk Neighbourhood Board.
Pride in Place is a 10-year national programme giving communities real influence over how money is invested locally.
In Whitehawk, this could include:
A new Neighbourhood Board will be created, made up mainly of independent local residents and people who work in Whitehawk.
The Board will:
This is about long-term, community-led change that creates a legacy beyond the initial investment.
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| Feb to Mar 2026 | Recruitment of Independent Neighbourhood Board Chair |
| Mar to Jun 2026 | Recruitment of Neighbourhood Board members |
| Apr to Oct 2026 | Community engagement to identify priorities and develop the Pride in Place plan |
| Nov 2026 | Submission of the Pride in Place plan to Government |
We are looking for a committed, community-minded person to become the Independent Chair of the Whitehawk Neighbourhood Board. This role will help ensure that residents are at the heart of decision-making for the next decade.
The Chair will:
We are looking for someone who:
You do not need previous formal leadership experience. What matters most is your commitment to the community and your ability to work with others.
The Chair will be accountable to the Neighbourhood Board and will work closely with the local MP, ward councillors and Brighton & Hove City Council.
The role is mainly voluntary, similar to being a governor or trustee. A small payment may be available to help make the role accessible.
Please send your CV and a short covering letter explaining your interest in the role and your connection to Whitehawk or similar communities to prideinplace@brighton-hove.gov.uk.
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We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
If you need this information in another format or need support to apply, send an email to prideinplace@brighton-hove.gov.uk.