Kenneth Barnsley, Head of Corporate Research from Blackburn with Darwen Council on local challenges.  Ken also attended the Creative Cities conference in Pilsen.

Kenneth's presentation highlighted findings of research and focus groups on future priorities for BwD such as crime and disorder, economy and jobs, community cohesion, education and learning.

Future aspirations include cohesion, transport, economy, renewal of old buildings, more leisure facilities, cleaner streets, sense of pride.

All sounding familiar? Any comments