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£20m investment in Canvey announced in Budget

As part of the Chancellor’s Budget, Canvey Island has been awarded £20m through the extension of the Long-Term Plan For Towns initiative.

Cllr Dave Blackwell, Leader of the Council, said:

"Castle Point Borough Council welcomes the announcement in the Chancellor’s budget of £20m of investment in Canvey Island through the extension of the Long-Term Plan For Towns initiative.

“This is a vindication of the hard work of this Council and the support we have received from Essex County Council in making the case for investment in Castle Point to Government over the last 18 months.

“We will ensure this money is spent on projects that make a real difference to our residents and the future prosperity of Canvey, with the benefits felt across the Borough."