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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 -
New research highlights the positive impact of riding on urban populations
Produced on their behalf by the Sport and Recreation Alliance, British Equestrian has today published a report on Urban Equestrian Centres and their success in getting more people – from all backgrounds, ages and levels - to engage in equestrian and enjoy the benefits of being active.
Published 29 September 2023, Industry -
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh opens entries for the Community Sport and Recreation Awards 2024
Sport and Recreation Alliance President, The Duke of Edinburgh, has officially announced that entries are now open for the Community Sport and Recreation Awards 2024.
Published 19 September 2023, Grassroots -
Alliance welcomes Rupinder Bains to its Board
The Alliance is delighted to announce that Rupinder Bains has joined the Board. Rupinder has filled the casual vacancy on the Board, and started in the role on 12 September.
Published 19 September 2023, Industry -
Arthur Bell Trophy and Spirit of Sport and Recreation Award 2023 winners crowned at Guildhall
Double Olympic gold medallist Dame Kelly Holmes and Warwickshire-based volunteer Harvinder ‘Babs’ Kandola have been recognised for their incredible service to sport and recreation at the Alliance’s 2023 Annual General Meeting.
Published 18 September 2023, Industry -
UK lags behind European neighbours on activity as sector bodies unite in drive to make the UK the most active nation in Europe
The leading bodies for the sport, recreation and physical activity sector have today (13 September) made an urgent call to the main political parties and their leaders to pledge to make the UK the most active nation in Europe.
Published 13 September 2023, Industry -
The Sport and Recreation Alliance responds to Government’s Sports Strategy as part of the National Sector Partners Group
Today the Government published its long-anticipated Sport Strategy ’Get Active’ – outlining its ambition to create a more active nation and, crucially, address barriers around participation in sport and physical activity.
Published 30 August 2023, Politics -
Celebrating youth voices in activity this International Youth Day!
As International Youth Day approaches, it is time to recognise and celebrate the immense potential that lies within the young voices of the sports industry. We hear why this can help you be fit for the future, from the Alliance’s Serena Mahandru.
Published 12 August 2023, Governance