Fylde Council is pleased to announce significant improvements to public open spaces across the borough, achieved through the successful implementation of the Community Payback Scheme.
Working in collaboration with the Ministry of Justice, the Council has established an effective weekly work programme that ensures a consistent Community Payback presence in St Annes and Lytham.
The scheme has delivered remarkable results in high-visibility areas on Council-owned sites, including coastal car parks, coastal footpaths, promenades and pavements where sand clearance has been undertaken. In addition, the programme has involved improvements to parks and open spaces, including the upkeep of land adjacent to Booths on Heyhouses Lane.
Each Community Payback team operates under the supervision of a designated supervisor, who maintains responsibility for direct oversight and ensures adherence to health and safety protocols. Participants not only fulfil their obligation to ‘pay back’ the community but also acquire valuable practical and life skills to support a more stable future.
The work programme encompasses a diverse range of activities, including conservation and environmental work, amenity cleansing, litter collection, painting and decorating, and grounds maintenance.
A spokesperson for Fylde Council said: “The Community Payback scheme has made a significant positive impact on our public spaces. Not only are our communities benefiting from improved surroundings, but participants are also gaining valuable skills and experience that can help them move forward with their lives.”
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