The UK government has set out an ambitious plan for change, focused on five national missions: ambitious, measurable, long-term objectives that provide a driving sense of purpose for the country.
The three investment priorities for UKSPF:
- Communities and Place (Themes: Safe and Inclusive Communities, and Thriving Places)
- Supporting Local Business (Theme: Support for Business)
- People and Skills (Themes: Employability and Skills)
The five government missions:
- Mission 1: Kickstart economic growth
- Mission 2: Make Britain a clean energy superpower
- Mission 3: Take back our streets
- Mission 4: Break down barriers to opportunity
- Mission 5: Build an NHS fit for the future
Further information is available in the UK Shared Prosperity Fund 2025-26 Technical Note