Communities under threat as funding shortfalls leave shared spaces in decline

From community buildings shutting down to youth club closures, deep funding cuts across the UK are accelerating the decline of communal, shared spaces. New Freedom of Information (FOI) requests11 conducted by Crown Paints to 155 local authorities – of which 96 have responded with data – found that spending on community-related services and provisions fell by […]

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Crown donates over 6,000 litres of paint to transform local community projects

Crown Paints has donated more than 6,000 litres of paint to community groups across the country as part of its commitment to support regeneration through murals and paint projects. The donations form part of the decorating giant’s partnership with home improvement retailer Wickes through the Wickes Community Programme, an initiative that supports local community organisations […]

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Crown Paints wins big at British Coatings Federation Awards

Leading paint manufacturer, Crown Paints, a PDA Associate Partner, has seen its commitment to driving the industry forwards celebrated at this year’s British Coatings Federation Awards, winning in two key categories and receiving highly commended in another two.   At last night’s ceremony, Crown’s ongoing drive to execute the industry’s most ambitious sustainability agenda was celebrated […]

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Charities transformed with over 1,000 litres of paint donated by decorating giants

Crown Paints has contributed more than 1,000 litres of paint to community groups across the country through its charitable partnership with Wickes. The donations have been facilitated through the Wickes Community Programme. The programme launched in 2022 with the aim of supporting local charities and community organisations to update their spaces. Crown became the official […]

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