What is a Local Group?
Local Groups are made up of residents from the same neighbourhood or community who want to work with Abri to improve something locally.
If a group of residents raises issues they would like to discuss, we arrange an initial meeting and any follow-up sessions needed. We make sure the right people from Abri attend so we can work together to find solutions and make improvements.
Local Groups:
- Raise issues affecting their neighbourhood
- Meet with Abri to discuss concerns and priorities
- Work with the right teams to find solutions
- Help improve services, estates and local environments
They provide valuable insight into what it’s really like to live in a particular area.
Understanding local issues from the perspective of the people who live there helps us tailor our services more effectively.
In some cases, feedback from Local Groups influences how we invest in estates and set local budgets. Local priorities also help inform the regional strategies that are designed and overseen by the Regional Customer Panels.
This ensures that local voices shape both neighbourhood improvements and wider planning decisions.
What have Local Groups achieved recently?
Working with Local Groups has led to practical, visible improvements, including:
- Improving bin areas to reduce fly tipping from people outside the estate
- Installing a privacy screen in a new block to discourage parcel theft
- Supporting residents’ associations with annual funding to spend on their community, including social events that help neighbours get to know each other
Local insight has also helped shape how we invest in estates and set budgets.
FAQs
How often do Local Groups meet?
Local Groups usually meet at least twice a year, but often more regularly depending on the issues being discussed.
Meetings are arranged as needed to help move actions forward.
How much time will I need to commit to being part of a Local Group?
Typically, involvement means attending a meeting for a couple of hours every few months.
The level of involvement depends on the issues being addressed and how often the group wants to meet.
What time do Local Group meetings happen?
Meeting times vary and are arranged to suit the residents involved.
Will I need to travel to be part of a Local Group?
Meetings are usually held in person at a local community venue, so travel is normally limited to your local area.
Other options can be arranged if needed.
What do Local Groups do?
Local Groups:
- Raise issues affecting their neighbourhood
- Meet with Abri to discuss concerns and priorities
- Work with the right teams to find solutions
- Help improve services, estates and local environments
They provide valuable insight into what it’s really like to live in a particular area.
How do Local Groups influence decisions?
Understanding local issues from the perspective of the people who live there helps us tailor our services more effectively.
In some cases, feedback from Local Groups influences how we invest in estates and set local budgets. Local priorities also help inform the regional strategies that are designed and overseen by the Regional Customer Panels.
This ensures that local voices shape both neighbourhood improvements and wider planning decisions.
How can I get involved in a local group?
If you’d like to find out more, call or email the Resident Involvement Team for a chat about joining a local group or getting one set up in your area.