Bournemouth Coastal BID has secured £65,000 from the government which will enable the area to have additional seating, permanent lighting and plants.

Experts will be brought in to clean the precinct and to remove graffiti and gum.

Fiona McArthur, manager of the Coastal BID said: “Boscombe has so much to offer and the more we can do for the precinct the better for everyone.

“Clearly the run-up to Christmas and the Christmas period are crucial for all high streets and retailers and we’ll be doing everything we can to encourage people to use local businesses.

“We are also pleased to announce that Boscombe’s annual lighting scheme will be installed in November, starting with Halloween, and running through the Christmas period until Mother’s Day in 2021.

“This will brighten up the area and bring some much-needed seasonal cheer to the shopping precinct.”