A RANGE of projects are to benefit after confirmation that Fife Council is to receive £1.9 million next year – and a total of £13.4m by 2025 – from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

The fund is part of plans to level up all parts of the UK through boosting jobs, regenerating high streets, spreading opportunities, developing public services and creating a sense of local pride and belonging.

The fund has three investment priorities which are communities and place, supporting local business as well as people and skills.

Councillor Altany Craik, cabinet spokesperson for finance, economy and strategic planning, said they welcomed this "much-needed funding" to replace EU cash.

"We will invest in a range of projects from supporting adults who need to develop basic numeracy skills, helping young people into good jobs, and regenerating our high streets," he added.

“This investment will help local residents to fulfil their potential, while reducing regional inequalities.

“We aim to use this investment to deliver improvements to people’s life chances and opportunities in Fife and to ensure that everyone from our area is able to reach their full potential. This latest funding is a step in the right direction.”