Stockport MP Navendu Mishra has placed local voices at the centre of decision-making for major regeneration projects, including a £20 million Pride in Place programme in Brinnington and a survey of over 950 residents about the future of Reddish Baths.
Putting Communities First
Mishra emphasised that the people who know Stockport best are those who live there. He said, "Every week, residents contact me with ideas, concerns and ambitions for our communities and the services we rely on. Those conversations are invaluable, which is why I believe local people should have a direct voice in shaping the decisions that affect their neighbourhoods." To facilitate this, he has developed a series of local surveys and research projects, giving residents a platform to share their views on issues ranging from public services to regeneration.
£20 Million Pride in Place Programme in Brinnington
The MP highlighted the £20 million Pride in Place programme in Brinnington as a key example of community-led investment. Rather than politicians deciding what is best, residents in Brinnington will help determine how the funding is used to improve the area and create lasting opportunities for future generations. Mishra noted that not every part of Stockport has benefited equally from past funding decisions, and this investment aims to reach every corner of the borough based on need and local priorities.
Reddish Baths Survey Garners Over 950 Responses
When questions arose about the future of Reddish Baths, Mishra conducted a survey that received more than 950 responses, demonstrating strong public feeling about this community asset. The contributions helped build a detailed picture of what residents value and what they want regeneration to achieve. Mishra took these views directly to Westminster during a debate on regeneration in Reddish, ensuring local concerns and aspirations were heard by Ministers.
Devolution and Community Power
Mishra expressed excitement about the renewed focus on devolving power away from Whitehall under Prime Minister Andy Burnham. He stated, "Communities work best when they are given the opportunity to shape their own future." The MP believes that by continuing to put residents' voices at the heart of decisions about regeneration and investment, Stockport can build a stronger future for Reddish, Brinnington and every part of the borough.
