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Sport and physical activity sector leaders urge Government to work with sector as new evidence shows stark inequalities are limiting our most vulnerable children’s life chances

New numbers from Sport England show that over half of our children and young people are not meeting the minimum recommended levels of daily activity, set by the Chief Medical Officer to maintain health.

Published 07 December 2023, Industry

“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

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

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

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

Alliance welcomes Dame Sally Dicketts DBE to its Board

The Sport and Recreation Alliance is delighted to announce the appointment of Dame Sally Dicketts DBE to its Board. Dame Sally, a leading figure in education, will formally start her new role at the next Board meeting on 25 July.

Published 17 July 2023, Industry

Nominations open for Spirit of Sport and Recreation Award as Alliance’s AGM confirmed for City of London’s Guildhall in September

The Sport and Recreation Alliance is delighted to confirm that our 2023 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be taking place this year on Tuesday 12 September at Guildhall, with thanks to the City of London Corporation.

Published 12 July 2023, Industry