Forgotten Communities Fund
We have set aside over £2.8 million of funding to help bring investment to towns and communities across the Wakefield District.
The Forgotten Communities Fund supports local priorities and community-led projects in some of the district's most deprived communities.
We want to make sure that no community is left behind. And that towns and villages across the district have the opportunity to benefit from:
investment
regeneration
growth
We aim to help build stronger communities and places residents can be proud of.
The proposed allocations
Area | Proposed allocation |
South Elmsall, South Kirkby and Moorthorpe | £500,000 |
Pontefract | £500,000 |
Knottingley and Ferrybridge | £450,000 |
Hemsworth, Fitzwilliam and Kinsley | £450,000 |
Normanton | £325,000 |
Contingency funding | £640,000 |
Supporting Local Communities
The Forgotten Communities Fund will focus on projects that improve:
town centres
neighbourhoods
community spaces
Investment could support local businesses, enhance public areas, and create opportunities for residents.
The programme will prioritise projects in:
Normanton
Knottingley
South Elmsall
Moorthorpe
Hemsworth
Pontefract
Fitzwilliam
South Kirkby
Kinsley
Ferrybridge
Projects will be delivered in phases, helping to address inequalities between communities. And support long-term regeneration.
Allocating Funding
Ward Members will play an important role in identifying opportunities. This will make sure funding reflects local priorities. So that projects deliver the greatest benefit for their communities.
Next Steps
Further information about the Forgotten Communities Fund, including approved projects and funding updates, will be shared in the coming months.