NEWS

“Collaborative and systemic effort needed” say leaders from the sport and disability sectors as they unite in Parliament for International Day of Disability

Leaders from across government, sport and the charity sector gathered in Parliament this week (4 December) for an APPG for Sport and APPG for Disability session to discuss how – looking ahead to the 2024 Paralympic Games and upcoming General Election – we can bridge the Activity Gap and ensure every disabled person can access the wide benefits of sport and physical activity.

Published 07 December 2023, Industry

Autumn Statement 2023 - key announcements and what they could mean for grassroots sport and recreation

The Chancellor’s Autumn Statement on Wednesday 22 November was one of the final major fiscal events before a likely general election next year.

Published 24 November 2023, Politics

‘Growth depends on health’: Sport, recreation and physical activity sector responds to Autumn Statement 2023

The National Sector Partners Group (NSPG) cautiously welcomes the Chancellor’s announcements at yesterday’s Autumn Statement, which seek to prioritise the country’s economic growth.

Published 23 November 2023, Politics

The King’s Speech 2023 – what does it mean for the sport and recreation sector?

The King’s Speech took place yesterday 7 November 2023, during the State Opening of Parliament, marking the start of the next Parliamentary session. In his speech, His Royal Highness set out the government’s legislative and policy agenda for the coming parliamentary year.

Published 08 November 2023, Politics

Party Conferences 2023: What did they mean for the sport, recreation and physical activity sector?

‘The sport and physical activity sector could be a critical player in the economic renewal of Britain, if party leaders work with our sector to unlock barriers for everyone to be more active’ says Lisa Wainwright, CEO of the Sport and Recreation Alliance, at the culmination of conference recess 2023.

Published 16 October 2023, Politics

Sign up for our Fit for Your Funding Future Workshop

Interested in gaining a stronger understanding of how your organisation could be best prepared to receive funding? Join us for ‘Fit for Your Funding Future’, a new workshop designed by the Sport and Recreation Alliance to support members and organisations to make the most of grant funding.

Published 13 October 2023, Industry

Black History Month Spotlight: Sporting Equals

This Black History Month, the Sport and Recreation Alliance wanted to celebrate the immense contribution Black individuals have made and are making to grassroots sport and recreation by showcasing the stories of some of its members and partners, and their work delivering grassroots activity and positive change in communities across the country.

Published 10 October 2023, Equality and Diversity

Leading sporting organisations call on political leaders to ‘unlock power of sport’ to tackle mental health crisis

On World Mental Health Day, leading sporting organisations from across the UK have penned an open letter to the leaders of all political parties, sounding the alarm on the intensifying mental health crisis among young people.

Published 10 October 2023, Industry

New information hub launched to help the sport, recreation and physical activity sector reduce its environmental impact

The Sport Environment and Climate Coalition (SECC) has created a ‘one-stop shop’ for key resources on sports sustainability.

Published 03 October 2023, Industry

The Alliance and Volleyball England bring sport to the party in Bournemouth

Last Sunday, the Alliance team was in Bournemouth for the Liberal Democrat Party Conference (23 – 26 September), to kick off its conference season 2023 tour and raise awareness of and build support for its campaign to ‘make the UK the most active nation in Europe’.

Published 29 September 2023, Politics