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Everything you need to deliver a successful Pride in Place programme in one place — from official MHCLG guidance to practical implementation toolkits, evidence, templates and shared learning.
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Everything you need to understand the programme, know what you need to produce and find the right guidance, templates and tools.
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Official MHCLG publications remain the definitive source of programme guidance. UrbanCat simply organises these resources in one place for convenience.
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Editable Canva Vision Builder, facilitator guide, workshop canvas pack and participant workbook — free with your Hub account.
Find out moreOne practical UrbanCat guide for turning your 10-Year Vision into a focused, defensible set of investment priorities.
Find out moreOne quick reference guide covering the governance essentials a Neighbourhood Board actually needs.
Find out moreOne quick reference guide to help you work out who needs to be involved — and who you are not hearing from.
Find out moreOne quick reference guide on making delivery visible and keeping risk management proportionate.
Find out moreSometimes a toolkit is enough. Sometimes a little extra support helps.
UrbanCat provides additional support where needed, always with the aim of building local capability rather than creating long-term dependence on external consultants. Wherever possible we work alongside local organisations and our growing network of regional associates, leaving behind the tools, knowledge and confidence for places to continue independently.
Build a robust evidence base using transparent, verifiable UK datasets to understand where a place is today and identify the issues that matter most.
Learn MoreTurn evidence into a practical 10-year strategy and four-year investment programme supported by deep insight packs and aligned with MHCLG guidance.
Learn MorePractical support that strengthens governance, builds internal capability and helps Neighbourhood Boards move confidently from planning into delivery.
Learn MoreOur approach is different. Every engagement is designed to strengthen local capability, not replace it. We leave behind practical tools, knowledge and confidence so places become less reliant on external consultancy over time.
Important now
MHCLG published the Pride in Place Programme Delivery Guidance on 20 August 2026. It replaces the separate governance, boundary, funding profile and timeline guidance, and adds new sections on social media, safeguarding and assets. Welsh boards should note the updated arrangements for Members of the Senedd.
Applies to: All Pride in Place areas
MHCLG published the 10-year vision content checklist on 12 August 2026. It sets out the six areas every 10-year vision needs to cover.
Applies to: All Pride in Place Phase 2 places
30 November 2026
Applies to the 169 Phase 2 places confirmed in 2025. Covers the 10-year vision and the 4-year investment plan.
Applies to: The 169 Phase 2 places confirmed in 2025
26 February 2027
Applies to Welsh Phase 2 places and the March 2026 expansion places.
Applies to: Welsh Phase 2 places and March 2026 expansion places
See all programme deadlines and key dates
Dates last checked against published Government sources on 21 August 2026. This is an independent UrbanCat summary — not a Government notice.
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