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Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde Frontline Network

Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde Frontline Network

The Streetlife Trust facilitates the Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde Frontline Network to connect a community of people supporting those experiencing homelessness, or at risk of homelessness across the region.

Similarly to many seaside towns, national figures indicate that Blackpool experiences a high level of homelessness. This local network was established to include the neighbouring boroughs of Fylde & Wyre due to their close proximity and need for collaboration between services. It has been confirmed that the three councils will form a unitary authority as part of local government reorganisation, due to start in 2028.

“The Streetlife Trust has long been committed to working with local partners to prevent and resolve homelessness within our community. Our work with the Frontline Network supports us in bringing our collective resources, experience and passion together to coproduce on a strategic level via the homeless partnership, along with supporting frontline workers with free training, support and networking opportunities. We value the benefits of collaboration and know that together we are stronger in supporting the most vulnerable people in our community.”

Kim Hughes, Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde Frontline Network Coordinator

How the Network operates

The Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde Frontline Network brings people working in homelessness support services together to network, share best practice and resources. The region is rich in services and experience, and by bringing them all together, the Network increases local knowledge and improves outcomes. 

Collaboration builds greater professional relationships, resulting in better outcomes for those receiving support. This is achieved via: 

• A monthly newsletter containing of relevant local and national information 
• Invitations to free upcoming training opportunities, both locally and online 
• Inclusion in local network meetings to learn more about partner services and make valuable contacts within the sector
• Opportunities to elevate the voices of frontline workers such as forums with local MPs and consultation on the Blackpool homelessness strategy
• Updates from the national Frontline Network, including free training, the annual national conference and funding via the Training Fund and Vicars Relief Fund
• Being a part of a community of inspirational people working towards the same goal 

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What members say about the Network

“Happy that I attended and overall, I feel my knowledge and understanding has widened and I have gained a better insight. Empowered to take back the information I have learnt and put it in to practice.” 

"Was very happy with the event - was great for networking and guidance." 

“Any event that promotes understanding about trauma and harm reduction is always a winner." 

“The whole event was inspiring and informative!" 

What the Network has achieved

• The Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde Frontline Network plays a pivotal role in the Homeless Partnership, which brings service leaders together with the local authority in an strategic capacity. This partnership is the driving force behind the revision of the Blackpool homelessness strategy in 2026 the Frontline Network involvement ensures that frontline worker voices will form part of the consultation process.
• Bringing 100 local frontline workers together for The BIG Connection event 2026 to connect and empower local frontline workers with local service knowledge so they can work together in a holistic way to support people experiencing homelessness/housing instability. “I just wanted to say yesterday was fantastic, I felt I learned and made connections with so many new people and organisations, despite regularly attending a variety of events in Blackpool.”
• A local frontline worker forum with Chris Webb MP for Blackpool South provided an opportunity to highlight the issues and barriers affecting people experiencing homelessness. Discussions surrounding low social housing availability, poor private rental properties and the need for a holistic approach allowed the voices of frontline workers to be relayed in parliament.

If you're interested in the work of the Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde Frontline Network, or feel like you would like to participate to help you in your role, subscribe to their newsletter to receive information about upcoming events.