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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Multi-Sport Grassroots Facilities Investment

24 March 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Proposed by Lisa Nandy Lab Wigan

Culture, Media & Sport

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Key points

  • UK government announces 100 million for grassroots sports facilities across the UK
  • Funding will support new pitches, changing rooms, solar panels, and floodlights
  • Investment targets deprived areas and prioritizes inclusivity for women and under-represented groups

Issue summary

The statement discusses additional funding for grassroots sports facilities across the UK.

Action requested

£100 million has been announced to fund projects such as new pitches, changing rooms, solar panels and floodlights. The investment targets deprived areas and promotes inclusivity by supporting multi-sport offers and priority use for women and under-represented groups.

Key facts

  • £100 million funding was announced on Friday 21 March.
  • Funding benefits projects such as new pitches, changing rooms, pavilions, solar panels, floodlights, goalposts and maintenance machinery.
  • The programme targets the 30% most deprived areas with 50% of investment.
  • 40% funding supports multi-sport offers.
  • Delivery partners include Cymru Football Foundation in Wales, FAs in Scotland and Northern Ireland, and the Football Foundation in England.
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