Commons Sense

House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Grassroots Cricket

09 June 2026 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Proposed by Stephanie Peacock Lab Barnsley East

Culture, Media & Sport

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Government is investing 3 million in five multi-sport covered cricket domes for the 2026/27 season in Birmingham, Bolton, Derby, Newcastle, and Nottingham
  • This funding doubles the previous year's investment and supports a 400 million programme to improve sports facilities
  • The statement highlights the importance of grassroots cricket and inclusive facilities in promoting community cohesion and physical health

Issue summary

The statement addresses the importance of grassroots cricket and inclusive facilities in promoting community cohesion and physical health.

Action requested

The Government is investing £3 million in five multi-sport covered cricket domes across Birmingham, Bolton, Derby, Newcastle, and Nottingham for the 2026/27 season, doubling last year's investment. This funding supports a wider £400 million programme to improve sports facilities.

Key facts

  • £3 million investment into five multi-sport covered cricket domes in Birmingham, Bolton, Derby, Newcastle, and Nottingham for the 2026/27 season.
  • The funding doubles last year’s £1.5m investment into two cricket domes in Luton and Farington.
  • Total £400 million funding announced by the Government for new and upgraded sports facilities across England.
  • Five chosen areas have some of the highest levels of deprivation and inactivity.
  • The Women's T20 Cricket World Cup begins on June 12th, 2023.
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