House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Grassroots Sports Projects
29 January 2024 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Proposed by Stuart Andrew Con Daventry
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The government is investing over 320 million from 2021 to 2025 to upgrade multi-sport pitches and facilities.
- An additional 120 million is planned for investment in sports facilities next year.
- The Lionesses Futures Fund receives a 25 million contribution to boost girls' participation in sports.
Issue summary
The statement addresses the government's commitment to improve access to sports facilities for all communities through significant investment.
Action requested
HM Government is investing over £320 million between 2021 and 2025 to upgrade multi-sport pitches and facilities, with an additional £120 million planned for next year. This includes a £25 million contribution to the Lionesses Futures Fund to encourage girls' participation in sports.
Key facts
- Over £320 million investment between 2021 and 2025.
- At least 50% of funding is going directly to the most deprived areas across the UK.
- Over £200 million invested since 2021 in over 1,800 projects.
- £93 million allocated for 2023/24 covering over 1,100 projects.
- £25 million towards the Lionesses Futures Fund to get girls playing.
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