The Government has launched a new Neighbourhood Guarantee, pledging cleaner streets, fewer potholes and improved public services.

There will be clear expectations around the level of public services people should expect to see in their area.

Local leaders will be asked to work closely with central government to meet these expectations and deliver real, tangible change people can see and feel.  

The government will also bring forward measures to put power back in the hands of communities, ensure local public services are working for people not private companies, and give local leaders the tools to deliver real change.  

Community Power Pilots will see councils, community groups and residents co-design local services so everyone has a voice in tackling the issues affecting them.

These will launch in up to 25 areas across the country and cover services such as early years provision, youth services and community safety.

The government will also crack down on profiteering by private companies providing services to councils – particularly those supporting vulnerable children in care. The government has legislated to have the powers to introduce and enforce a profit cap.

Communities Secretary Steve Reed said: "People want to live in neighbourhoods where streets are clean and safe, the high street is vibrant, and core public services are available.  But too often this isn’t what happens.

"The Government’s new Neighbourhood Guarantee sets minimum standards local people can expect to see and hold public services to account. And if things don’t improve, there are new powers to force change. This is all about showing respect for the places people call home."