AS Rhyl’s resurgence gathers pace new UK Government investment will deliver further visible improvements to its high streets and public spaces across Clwyd North.
Gill German MP has welcomed £1.5million from the Pride in Place Impact Fund, awarded to Denbighshire County Council to support ‘practical, locally focused projects’ that enhance town centres and community facilities.
In Clwyd North, the funding will support improvements to town centre buildings and shopfronts in Rhyl and Denbigh, building on regeneration already underway, strengthening pride in place and supporting long-term regeneration.
In Rhyl, this includes further work following recent improvements to the former Woolworths building on High Street and Mr B’s amusement centre on West Parade, projects which have helped enhance the area’s appearance and boost confidence among residents, businesses and visitors.
“I am delighted this UK Government funding will support improvements to our high streets and local facilities in Clwyd North,” said Gill.
“This investment will help revitalise town centres and make our public spaces more welcoming and accessible.
“It is about creating a visible, lasting difference for communities and strengthening pride in the places where we live and work, delivering on the UK Government’s commitment to backing local areas.”
The funding will also enhance the visitor experience at the newly opened Bodelwyddan Country Park through improvements to public convenience facilities. In addition, town centre public toilets will be upgraded in Rhyl, St Asaph, Rhuddlan and Denbigh.
The programme forms part of the UK Government’s wider Pride in Place scheme, which focuses on backing coastal, market and historic towns with targeted investment that delivers visible improvements and supports local economies.
In seaside towns like Rhyl, this emphasis on improving everyday spaces is seen as a key driver of renewed confidence and further regeneration.
Gill said: “This funding builds on the £20 million Pride in Place programme already secured for Rhyl, which is delivering community-led improvements over the next 10 years.
“That long-term investment is being driven locally through Our Rhyl / Ein Rhyl, bringing together partners and the community to shape a shared vision for the town.
“As a member of that Board, I have seen first-hand how this funding is already supporting regeneration and helping local people take a leading role in Rhyl’s future. Together, this investment represents a real vote of confidence in the town and in the power of local leadership to deliver lasting change.”
The Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, Steve Reed, added:
“Building pride in place starts with people, not politics. Local people know what they want to see in their neighbourhoods – and they don’t need government to dictate it.”
The latest funding underlines continued UK Government backing for Rhyl and the wider Clwyd North area, as regeneration efforts continue to build momentum and the town’s position as a vibrant seaside destination is strengthened for the years ahead.
Visit www.gov.uk/government/publications/pride-in-place-impact-fund for more information on Pride in Place.
For more information, email gill.german.mp@parliament.uk or visit the website: www.gillgerman.org. Alternatively, call 01745 335267 or follow Gill on social media.