A SURVEY of young people in Tilehurst shows a desire for more youth spaces.
The questionnaire received more than 1,050 responses from teenagers, keen to tell Tilehurst Parish Council what they need in the area.
An early review of the answers has shown priorities include mental health support, places to meet and have fun, creative arts and sports activities.
The parish council will take the findings back to the community at a meeting to be held later on this month. Recommendations shaped by the meeting will be presented to the parish council in December.
The project is being supported by Berkshire Youth and Thames Valley Police.
Cllr Clive Taylor, chair of the parish youth and community working group, says the project shows what can be done at parish level.
He thanked the young people who responded, and said: “We are taking their views very seriously.
“This would not have been so successful without the help of Denefield and Little Heath schools who welcomed the opportunity and helped engage students to respond.”
The meeting will be held at the Cornwell Centre between 2pm to 4pm, on Saturday, November 27. Booking is encouraged to help plan light refreshments.
For more information, email: bookings@tilehurstpc.co.uk or visit: www.berkshireyouth.co.uk
