House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Indoor Cricket Domes
01 September 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Proposed by Stephanie Peacock Lab Barnsley South
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At a glance
Key points
- The UK Government has announced an additional 1.5 million investment into indoor cricket domes in Luton and Farington, Lancashire.
- The investment is aimed at increasing access to cricket for underserved communities.
- This initiative is part of a broader commitment to supporting grassroots sports facilities.
Issue summary
The statement addresses the UK Government's commitment to supporting grassroots sports through investment in indoor cricket domes.
Action requested
The government has announced an additional £1.5 million investment into two indoor cricket domes in Luton and Farington, Lancashire, aimed at increasing access to cricket for underserved communities. This is part of a broader commitment to supporting grassroots sports facilities.
Key facts
- Government announced £1.5 million investment on 25 August.
- Investment targets two indoor cricket domes in Luton and Farington, Lancashire.
- Aimed at increasing opportunities for underserved communities.
- Part of a larger £400 million commitment to grassroots facilities announced in June.
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