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Little Ilford Gears Up for £20m Regeneration with New Community Board

A newly formed board, including local residents and MP Stephen Timms, will guide the decade-long transformation of Little Ilford using government funding.

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A new community board has convened to steer the £20 million regeneration of Little Ilford over the next decade, with residents playing a key role in shaping local improvements.

The London Borough of Newham has launched its Pride in Place programme, allocating £20 million to transform Little Ilford over the next ten years. The initiative aims to empower local communities and drive regeneration.
The inaugural meeting of the Pride in Place board took place on October 7 at the Jack Cornwell Community Centre in Manor Park. The board, chaired by local resident Mubeen Hussain, comprises fourteen members, the majority of whom are local people selected this summer. It also includes MP Stephen Timms and Little Ilford Councillor Nasreen Shamima.
Mayor of Newham Forhad Hussain expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “This is a big day for Little Ilford and for local people who care passionately about improving their area.” He highlighted the balanced composition of the board and its potential to drive positive change across Newham.
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"This is exactly what I want to see across Newham: local people coming together, united by a passion to make a difference and taking a leading role in bringing the change communities want."

Forhad Hussain · Mayor of Newham
The board will collaborate with residents to develop a Neighbourhood Plan that reflects local needs and aspirations. This plan, detailing earmarked projects, is expected to be published in early 2027. The £20 million funding can support a range of projects, including improvements to parks, public spaces, community safety, culture, business support, skills, employment, housing, and health and wellbeing.
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"I’m really excited about what we have the opportunity to achieve in Little Ilford. This is about more than just investing £20 million into the area, it’s about giving local people a real say in shaping the future of their community."

Mubeen Hussain · Chair of the Pride in Place board
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"The Government's £20 million investment over the next ten years will give local people a real say in how we can use that funding to benefit the community."

Sir Stephen Timms · MP
Sir Stephen Timms MP emphasised the significance of the board's first meeting, noting that the government's investment will empower local people to influence community benefit projects. He looks forward to developing a long-term plan for Little Ilford.
Based on information from the official source: London Borough of Newham (21/10/2026)

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