City of York Council is inviting residents, businesses and community organisations to help shape its new Anti-Poverty Strategy, with a public consultation now open.
The strategy sets out how the council, working with partners and communities, will tackle the root causes of poverty, reduce inequality and support those most at risk across York.
Residents are encouraged to share their views on the proposed priorities, actions and approach – helping to shape a strategy that is informed by lived experience and grounded in local insight.
Councillor Bob Webb, Executive Member for Children, Young People and Education, said:
We know that poverty in York isn’t always visible – but it is real, and it is growing.
"Our Anti-Poverty Strategy is about doing something meaningful to change that, by focusing on the things that matter most: access to food, housing, employment, education and essential services.
“This consultation is a vital part of that process – we want to hear directly from people across the city about what needs to change and how we can work together to build a fairer York for everyone.”
Pauline Stuchfield, Director of Customer and Communities at City of York Council added:
We’ve developed the draft strategy in partnership with a wide range of organisations who work on the frontline of poverty every day.
"But we now need residents’ voices to shape the final version.
“Whether you’re facing hardship yourself or you care about making York a more equal city, please take a few minutes to tell us what you think. Every response will help us do better.”
The consultation is open until Monday 29 September and can be accessed online. For a printed or accessible version please call 01904 551550 or email communications@york.gov.uk.
All feedback will help shape the final Anti-Poverty Strategy, due to be adopted later this year.