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£30M Cash Boost for Coalfield Communities |
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 Coalfield Communities in England have received a huge boost following the Department for Communities and Local Government’s announcement of £30 million of funding over the next two years for The Coalfields Regeneration Trust. This will enable the Trust to continue supporting the social and economic regeneration of the English Coalfields.
Peter McNestry, Chair of the Board of Trustees said, “The Trust, recognises that effective regeneration can be achieved only in partnership with others. Forging practical links which can lead to increased investment in former Coalfield areas is an urgent task. This renewed funding provides the Trust with a platform from which to further develop our relationships with local authorities, the business community, the voluntary sector and people who want to improve their own communities.
Gary Ellis, Chief Executive of The Coalfields Regeneration Trust said, “We are pleased that the government has continued to support the work of the CRT in a very difficult economic climate. It will take us a little time to consider how we use the resources available, to effectively serve the interests of former coalfield communities. We know that this may mean changes for the way CRT operates but we look forward to positively addressing the challenges ahead, and at the same time, embrace new opportunities.”
The Coalfields Regeneration Trust
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