Blackburn with Darwen Council is offering residents help with extra security measures for their home. Residents within the Infirmary area of Blackburn and part of Darwen could receive a free survey and security upgrade including new door locks, window locks and security lighting. The security improvement scheme is funded through the Housing Market Renewal Programme and will be delivered by Groundwork Pennine Lancashire.
The (HMR) programme is a government initiative designed to tackle the problems caused by failure in the private sector housing market. The project will operate in the streets adjacent to major regeneration projects and will help to tackle community issues in the wider area around clearance projects.
Residents will receive a leaflet outlining the scheme, informing them they are entitled to a free survey, which will identify what is required to improve the security of their home.
The surveys and upgrades will be carried out by Groundwork Pennine Lancashire, the biggest environmental charity in Lancashire, who work with businesses and the community by improving the environment of both.
Councilor Salim Lorgat, executive member for housing said: “The scheme is aimed at improving the security of residents living around the HMR areas, so that they feel safe in their homes.”
Nick Riley, director of Groundwork Pennine Lancashire, added: “This work will seek to ensure that residents feel that they are able to live in a safe environment. It also helps to improve community confidence which will bolster house prices in the area and help stabilise the local housing market”.
Residents, who have received a leaflet and wish to receive a free survey, can contact Groundwork on (01254) 669061 for more information.
If you’d like to know more about housing market renewal email hmr@blackburn.gov.uk or visit www.blackburn.gov.uk/hmr
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