Commons Sense

House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Government Funding for Sport

20 June 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Proposed by Lisa Nandy Lab Wigan

Culture, Media & Sport

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At a glance

Key points

  • Government is committing over 900 million for major sporting events and grassroots facilities.
  • 500 million is allocated for global events such as the Tour de France Grand Dparts, UEFA EURO 2028, and European Athletics Championships.
  • At least 400 million is set aside for new and upgraded grassroots sport facilities.

Issue summary

The Minister is announcing a major investment into sporting events and grassroots sports infrastructure.

Action requested

The Government is committing over £900 million for major sporting events and grassroots facilities. Specific investments include £500 million for global events like the Tour de France Grand Départs, UEFA EURO 2028, and European Athletics Championships, alongside at least £400 million for new and upgraded grassroots sport facilities.

Key facts

  • The Government is committing over £900 million investment into major sporting events and grassroots facilities.
  • More than £500 million will support the delivery of world class sporting events including Tour de France Grand Départs in 2027, UEFA EURO 2028, and European Athletics Championships in 2026.
  • The funding includes a bid for the UK to host the Women’s FIFA World Cup in 2035.
  • At least £400 million will be invested in new and upgraded grassroots sport facilities across the UK.
  • EURO 2028 is projected to generate up to £2.4 billion in socio-economic value.
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