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Sport sector unites in Parliament as MPs return

Building on successful summer of sport, National Sector Partner Group (NSPG) and sport leaders meet MPs and Sport Minister on first week of Parliament. Sector leaders and MPs discuss how we build a happier, healthier and more prosperous nation by maximising the power of sport and physical activity.

Published 04 September 2024, Politics

The King’s Speech 2024 – what does it mean for the sport and recreation sector?

The King’s Speech took place on 17^th July as part of the State Opening of Parliament. This was the first opportunity for the new Labour Government to outline its legislative priorities for the first parliamentary session. His Royal Highness confirmed that the legislative agenda will follow the 5 key missions outlined by the Labour Party during the election campaign.

Published 17 July 2024, Politics

New Government must take the lead to make the UK healthier, happier and more prosperous

The National Sector Partners Group (NSPG) has issued the following statement following the result of the 2024 General Election.

Published 05 July 2024, Politics

Alliance statement on General Election 2024

The Prime Minister Rishi Sunak MP has today announced there will be a General Election on Thursday 4^th of July.

Published 22 May 2024, Politics

Active Lives 2023-24: Sport, recreation and physical activity sector calls for stronger measures to reduce inequalities

The National Sector Partners Group (NSPG) has issued the following response to the latest Active Lives Adult Survey from Sport England, published today (25 April)

Published 25 April 2024, Politics

Spring Budget 2024 – what does it mean for sport and recreation?

The Spring Budget represented one of the few remaining political set piece events ahead of the forthcoming General Election. Overall, the Budget represented a missed opportunity to improve the health and productivity of the nation by supporting more people to be active.

Published 13 March 2024, Politics

A missed opportunity for Government to realise its own ambitions: Sport, recreation and physical activity sector responds to Spring Budget

The National Sector Partners Group (NSPG) has issued the following response to the Chancellor’s Spring Budget 2024.

Published 07 March 2024, Politics

National Sector Partner Group for sport, recreation and physical activity meet with Shadow Minister for Sport Stephanie Peacock

On Tuesday 16th January Shadow Sport Minister Stephanie Peacock MP met with the sport, recreation and physical activity’s representative organisations to discuss how Labour can harness the impact of sport, recreation and physical activity to create a happier, healthier and more prosperous nation in the event of a change of Government.

Published 19 January 2024, Politics

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