A new report describes the progress of the 47 projects, from April 2018 to March 2022, supported by Round 5 of the Coastal Communities Fund in England, which began in 2018 with projects delivering up to 2022 and beyond.

The Coastal Communities Fund (CCF) aims to support the economic development of coastal communities across the UK by providing funding to create growth and jobs, allowing people to adapt to the changing economic needs and opportunities of their area.

The intended outcome of CCF is that ‘coastal communities will experience regeneration and economic growth through projects that directly or indirectly create sustainable jobs and safeguard existing jobs’.

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Millions of pounds invested

Since CCF began in 2012, over £229 million has been invested in 369 projects across the UK, on behalf of the UK Government and the Devolved Administrations in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Before 2012 there had not been a co-ordinated response to the economic, social and environmental needs and opportunities in the UK’s coastal towns and communities. In the 10 years since CCF was launched, the Fund has provided a clear focal point for positive change, transforming awareness of the issues facing coastal communities and catalysing a surge in investment in economic growth, with public, private and community organisations working in tandem to transform local places.

This report describes the progress of the 47 projects, from April 2018 to March 2022, supported by Round 5 of the Coastal Communities Fund in England only, which began in 2018 with projects delivering up to 2022 and beyond.

It highlights the projects supported during that time, reflecting on their achievements so far and how they have contributed to the rejuvenation of coastal communities across England. The CCF Round 5 in England is managed by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities. Groundwork supported the administration of CCF Round 5, including assessing initial applications and facilitating project selection decisions and implementing project monitoring processes.

Further information on the report can be read here.