Chairman sought for Kingswood, Hazel Leys and Exeter board as Pride in Corby Programme gets under way
A chairman for the Kingswood, Hazel Leys and Exeter neighbourhood board is being recruited as part of the Government’s Pride In Place programme.
Kingswood, Hazel Leys and Exeter in Corby is set to benefit from £20 million of investment over the next 10 years through the national programme.
A neighbourhood board will be set up to shape a shared long-term vision and develop a regeneration plan for the area. This plan will identify local priorities and determine how the funding will be spent.
The chairman will play a pivotal role in convening and overseeing the Kingswood, Hazel Leys and Exeter neighbourhood board, working closely with the local MP, councillors, partners and community representatives.
This voluntary position is open to individuals who live or work in North Northamptonshire and have strong connections to the Kingswood, Hazel Leys and Exeter areas.
Lee Barron, MP for Corby and East Northamptonshire, said: “This is a significant opportunity to affect outcomes in Kingswood, Hazel Leyes and Exeter estate.
"We have already begun the consultation process by talking to residents, holding face-to-face meetings and visiting schools, but this is just the beginning.
"The challenge is to make this real for people. We now have the exciting opportunity to find someone truly ingrained in the community to lead the Pride in Corby programme and deliver meaningful, long-term change.”
Cllr Martin Griffiths, leader of North Northants Council, said: “Kingswood, Hazel Leys and Exeter has a strong sense of community.
"Establishing a neighbourhood board is an important first step in ensuring that local people are at the heart of shaping the future of their area - this truly will be a local-led board.
"We are looking for a chair who is passionate about making a difference and committed to helping residents, partners and the council work together to deliver long lasting, positive change."
Responsibilities include championing community engagement, ensuring transparent governance, and helping to co-create the 10-year Pride in Corby vision and regeneration plan for Kingswood, Hazel Leys and Exeter.
The successful applicant will bring leadership, strong communication skills and a passion for community-led change.
Expressions of interest are open until Monday, February 23, 2026.
For further information on the role and for details about how to submit an expression of interest, email your details to [email protected]