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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Grassroots Sport: Funding

Thursday 20 October 2022 · 2 questions

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The Secretary of State acknowledges the importance of grassroots sports and has invested over 1.16 million in Bradford East since 2019
  • Sport England receives nearly 350 million annually from taxpayers and the national lottery to support grassroots sports initiatives
  • The Secretary of State invites Imran Hussain to visit Bradford East to discuss further support for grassroots sports

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Imran Hussain Lab Bradford East
Culture, Media & Sport
Context

The question arises from concerns about the adequacy of funding for local grassroots sports clubs that provide vital community support. The MP is referencing specific instances where underfunding and cuts have led to club closures in Bradford.

Question

What recent assessment has been made of the adequacy of funding for grassroots sports? Despite the outstanding work of volunteers, many clubs have had to close due to Government cuts and underfunding. Will she commit to ensuring that grassroots clubs receive necessary support?

Answer from Michelle Donelan

The Secretary of State acknowledges the importance of grassroots sports and has invested over £1.16 million in Bradford East since 2019, with Sport England receiving nearly £350 million annually from taxpayers and the national lottery to support such initiatives.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Specific commitment regarding the forthcoming sports strategy was not made

How: I Will Remain Committed To Ensuring That We Invest In Grassroots Sports

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Q2 Imran Hussain Lab Bradford East
Culture, Media & Sport
Context

The MP is concerned about the impact of underfunding and cuts on local grassroots sports clubs, particularly football, cricket, and boxing. Despite significant investment figures being cited, many clubs have been forced to close.

Question

Bradford's grassroots football, cricket and boxing clubs are a vital support network for young people. Yet, despite the volunteers' hard work, many clubs have had to close due to Government cuts and underfunding. I hear her saying that over £1 million has been put into Bradford East, but I have not seen the effects in our grassroots boxing, football, and cricket clubs. Will she commit to ensuring they get the support they need?

Answer from Michelle Donelan

The Sports Minister or I would be delighted to visit Bradford East. The Secretary of State believes that £1.16 million is a substantial investment for one constituency and remains committed to supporting grassroots sports.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Specific commitment regarding the forthcoming strategy was not provided

How: I Will Remain Committed To Ensuring We Invest In Grassroots Sports

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