Hattersley Pride in Place
Pride in Place is a long‑term programme focused on giving local people a stronger voice in shaping the future of Hattersley.
It is about building on what already makes the area special, supporting local ambition and ensuring that decisions about investment and priorities are led by the community.
Over the coming years, Pride in Place will help bring people together to agree what matters most for Hattersley and how change should happen.
What is Pride in Place?
Pride in Place is a UK Government‑funded programme that will bring £20 million of investment to Hattersley over 10 years. It will also build on more than 20 years of successful regeneration in the area and focuses on putting local people at the heart of decision‑making.
Pride in Place is about:
- Listening to local voices
- Improving places people care about
- Strengthening community pride and confidence
- Supporting long‑term, locally‑led change
At the heart of Pride in Place programme will be a local Board, made up of residents and people with strong connections to Hattersley. The Board will help guide priorities, shape plans, and represent the community.
Getting involved: Chair and Board members
We are currently recruiting a voluntary Independent Chair for the Pride in Place Hattersley Board. The deadline for expressions of interest is Sunday 10 May.
We will be also looking for Board members who live, work, or have strong links to the area.
These roles will help make sure that Pride in Place:
- Is community‑led
- Reflects a wide range of local voices
- Is fair, inclusive and transparent
You do not need previous board experience to be involved. What matters most is local knowledge, commitment and a desire to help Hattersley thrive.
Register your interest
If you are interested in becoming Chair, would like further information on what the role involves or would like to be considered as a Board member
You can register your interest by emailing: hattersleypipp@tameside.gov.uk
Frequently asked questions
What will Pride in Place do in Hattersley?
Pride in Place will support a new phase of long‑term regeneration by:
- Building on past investment in homes, transport, public spaces, and community facilities
- Supporting improvements to everyday places
- Helping local people shape priorities for the next decade
- Making sure funding reflects what matters most to the Hattersley community
How is Pride in Place different from previous regeneration programmes?
Earlier regeneration in Hattersley was led through long‑term partnerships between organisations such as Tameside Council, Onward Homes, and Homes England.
Pride in Place marks a shift to a community‑led approach, with a new local Board playing a significant role in shaping plans and investment decisions.
What is the Pride in Place Hattersley Board?
The Pride in Place Hattersley Board will be a community‑led board, with:
- Most members living or working in Hattersley
- An Independent Chair
- A focus on representing local voices
Supported by feedback to be gathered from the local community in Hattersley, the Board will help shape a long‑term Regeneration Plan and Investment Strategy, guiding how the £20m funding is used.
What will the Board do?
The Board will:
- Bring together residents, community voices and partners
- Help agree local priorities
- Shape plans and projects over the next ten years
- Champion Hattersley and its future
What is the Independent Chair?
The Independent Chair will:
- Lead and support the Board
- Ensure meetings are inclusive and fair
- Help bring together different views
- Act as a champion for Hattersley
The Chair will be independent and focused on what is best for the community, not on representing any single organisation.
Who can be a Board member?
Board members will be people who:
- Live, work or have a strong connection to Hattersley
- Care about the area and its future
- Want to help shape long‑term change
You do not need previous board experience to apply.
How much time is involved?
Formal roles will be voluntary, with commitment required at Board meetings and other meetings as required.