Preston City Council is looking for feedback as it develops a City Investment Plan designed to transform Preston over the next 15 years.

The plan will set out the Council’s vision, objectives and strategy to transform the city, targeting resources and aligning public and private sector investments to respond to needs and capitalise on opportunities for positive change.

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A spokesperson for Preston City Council said: “We want to maintain the momentum of change in our city to make sure the richness of life is within reach for the people of Preston.

“Our long-term strategy is centred on investment priorities to support our people and is focused on sustainable and shared prosperity for our communities.

“At a time when the Covid-19 crisis is deeply affecting our residents and businesses, our long-term strategy will make a significant contribution to our recovery.

“We’re always keen to hear feedback from people on how they think investment should be made in the city centre.”

The key themes within the plan are culture, health and wellbeing, city centre regeneration, skills and enterprise and connectivity.

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Culture

Preston City Council is keen to see how the city’s cultural assets can be used to drive local growth and strengthen links between different communities within the city. The Council says it wants to breathe new life into properties it owns, so they can be useful to the people of Preston.

Health and wellbeing

The Council wants to keep in mind the health and wellbeing of Prestonians, whatever projects happen over the next few years.  

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City Centre Regeneration

Preston City Council’s #WhatsYourPreston listening project has highlighted how important the centre is to the people that live and work in Preston. The idea is for the city to be a thriving place for people to live and work.

Skills and enterprise

The Council wants the city’s education system to be ready for a new generation of residents and companies, so they can get the help they need to be successful.

Connectivity

Preston City Council wants community spirit to continue so positive change can be brought about in Preston.

To have your say on Preston’s City Investment Plan visit the Preston City Council website.

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