The Pride in Place Programme (PiPP) Board (Peterlee East) is scheduled to meet on Friday 19 June 2026. The meeting's agenda includes discussions on the programme's progress, potential boundary adjustments, and approved intervention themes.

Programme Update and Boundary Discussion

A significant portion of the meeting is expected to focus on the Pride in Place Programme (PiPP) itself. This government initiative aims to support long-term, community-focused regeneration across Great Britain, with Peterlee East being one of four selected neighbourhoods in County Durham. The programme is set to receive up to £20 million in funding over the next 10 years, to be allocated through a Pride in Place Investment Plan. This plan will be co-created by the Board, working with the local community and the MP for Easington, G. Morris MP. The overarching goals of the programme are to build stronger communities, create thriving places, and empower residents to take back control of their neighbourhoods.

The Board is scheduled to discuss and potentially agree on revised boundaries for the programme. The report pack indicates that early community engagement highlighted concerns about the town centre, and there is support for including Peterlee Town Centre within the programme boundary. Discussions may also cover the inclusion of Seaside Lane in Easington Colliery and explore minor boundary amendments where streets are divided. Any proposed changes to the 'default' boundary are to be confirmed and submitted to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) by 17 July 2026.

Approved Intervention Themes

The meeting will also review the approved intervention themes for the Pride in Place Programme. These themes are designed to be flexible and provide examples of activities that the Board could consider delivering to meet community needs. The themes include:

• Regeneration, high streets, and heritage
• Housing
• Work, productivity and skills
• Cohesion
• Community Power
• Health and wellbeing
• Transport
• Safety and security
• Education and opportunity

The Board will be working with the community to co-create a 10-year Vision and a 4-year Pride in Place Plan, outlining how the £20 million will be allocated. This plan must be resident-led and submitted to MHCLG by 28 November 2026.

Governance and Next Steps

The meeting agenda also includes a review of governance arrangements for the Board. The Peterlee East Neighbourhood Board is established to oversee the delivery of the programme, with Durham County Council acting as the accountable body for the funds. The Board's Terms of Reference¹ outline its purpose, membership, and operational procedures, emphasizing a community-led approach and adherence to the Seven Principles of Public Life, also known as the Nolan Principles².

Finally, the Board will consider next steps for the programme, which include confirming Board membership and any boundary proposals, presenting a draft submission of the 10-year vision and Pride in Place Plan by October 2026, and continuing community engagement activities.