Government set to invest £18 million into playgrounds from April 26
Government to pump millions into improving playgrounds The Government has announced an £18 million investment over the next two years (starting in April 2026) to
£150 million ‘Pride in Place Impact Fund’ to revitalise high streets and community spaces
A new £150 million government fund has been launched to deliver quick, visible improvements to high streets, parks and community facilities across the UK. The
New report raises concerns over outdoor play in primary schools
A new report from the Association of Play Industries (API) has revealed worrying trends in the state of outdoor play across primary schools in England.
Free National Education Nature Park programme for schools is proving a huge success
Over a quarter of schools in England are transforming their sites for nature More than 7,500 schools, nurseries and colleges across England are now taking
Commission calls for more outdoor play spaces for children
Raising the Nation Play Commission highlights a significant decline in outdoor play for children in England A recent report by the Raising the Nation Play
Government launches ‘Let’s Move’ campaign to encourage families to keep active together – whatever the weather
Fun, pressure-free ways for families to build movement into daily routines The Government has launched the ‘Let’s Move!’ campaign, supported by Sport England and celebrities
Importance of protecting playing fields reiterated
Playing fields are important community spaces and should be protected Playing fields play a huge role in making physical activity a part of normal life
Sport England’s ‘Movement Fund’ offers up to £15,000 for physical activity projects in the community
Overview The Movement Fund invests more than £20 million annually from the National Lottery and government, with priority given to projects tackling barriers to activity
Latest report from Sport England says children’s activity levels rising but inactivity remains too high
Overview In December 2025, Sport England published its findings from the latest Active Lives Children and Young People Survey and whilst more children than ever