'Just push us into the sea': The frustration of an area failed by politics
Summary
An area in County Durham, UK, particularly Horden, faces social and economic challenges after the decline of mining. The political landscape is shifting as residents seek change, with Reform UK gaining local support. Residents express frustration with unmet promises and ongoing deprivation.Key Facts
- Cotsford Primary School in Horden cannot let children play outside because of cannabis odors from nearby homes.
- 19 houses near the school are boarded up due to neglect and absentee landlords.
- Reform UK won two-thirds of council seats in a traditionally Labour-supporting region.
- Horden's population has halved since its peak in 1951, influenced by mine closures.
- Child poverty in some parts of Horden is double the UK national average.
- Residents' votes for Brexit and Reform UK reflect a desire for significant change.
- Derelict properties are often owned by landlords who don't live locally and rent is cheap, attracting disadvantaged people.
- Community facilities like The Ark church center are places for social interaction and support, despite the area's challenges.
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