Funding for New Deal for Communities in 2008-09

Communities Minister Baroness Andrews has announced that deprived communities across the country will benefit from over £200m in 2008-09. This money will be paid through established neighbourhood partnerships to help boost job opportunities, raise educational achievements and reduce levels of crime.

In the South West, Barton Hill (Bristol) will be receiving close to £3.5 million through this fund.

More info at www.communities.gov.uk