Blackpool residents shape local change
We share real stories from Blackpool residents – health, transport, housing and the issues shaping daily life in the town.
- Read how Doreen’s quest to see the sea won the support of a thousand neighbours
- Read how Colin’s fight for his disabled son started the town’s first Disability Forum
- Read how mum Chrissy is helping families struggling with social media bullying
- Read how Brian challenged the town to provide more disabled parking spaces
- Read about pregnant mum Sascha’s experience of transport to hospital
This isn’t the Blackpool you see on postcards. This is everyday life in Blackpool.
"What really goes on in Blackpool goes on in this group" - John H
Who we are
We are a community of Blackpool residents – people working seasonal jobs, renting, living on benefits or dealing with health challenges and disability.
We meet, listen and take action.
At a time when many feel unheard, we connect local people with decision makers to create changes in Blackpool
Our Team
Emma
Emma stars on the podcast with her legendary special offers,…free or cheap things to do around Blackpool
Charlotte
Charlotte’s battle to win back special needs transport for her son gained support from mums in the same situation around the town
Howard
Howard is our ‘go-to’ person for reading complicated council documents to help you find your answer
Belle
Belle’s struggle to find a wheelchair taxi won support from the hospital chief executive
Essam
Essam helps migrants stuck in a local hotel to enjoy cooking, crafts and days out
Chrissy
Chrissy helps mums of teenagers struggling with bullying in school and online
We're a small group of residents that live around cavendish road recreation centre in Bispham. We're looking for more hands to help, this can be a one off or you can join us long term. The choice is yours but we could really do with your help now.. On Tuesday 5th May we're planning on painting from 10:30am for around 2 hours to prep the wall ready for the sixth form college coming and painting a mural for the children to enjoy. There will be drinks and snacks for all volunteers, there is disabled access and a disabled toilet. Really appreciate it if you could share. emma@povertytruthblackpool.org or call 07790960637 Thanks ❤️❤️❤️
