News - July, 2018

July, 2018

UK Sport launches public consultation on the future funding of elite sport

UK Sport launches public consultation on the future funding of elite sport

Posted: Tue, 31 Jul 2018 16:51

A call for views on the future allocation of National Lottery funding and the funding of elite sport. Read More »

Tags: Deliver Sport, News

Sport and Recreation Alliance issues ultimatum to secure #RightToBeActive for every child

Sport and Recreation Alliance issues ultimatum to secure #RightToBeActive for every child

Posted: Tue, 31 Jul 2018 11:04

60% of the nation don't think we do enough to get children active according to new research by the Sport and Recreation Alliance. With 80% of girls and 77% of boys failing to meet the national recommended level of activity, the public have voiced their concern... Read More »

Tags: Active Lifestyle, News

Make tennis your sport this summer

Make tennis your sport this summer

Posted: Mon, 30 Jul 2018 08:30

With summer in full swing there has never been a better time for people in Leicester-Shire and Rutland to pick up a tennis racket and get active, and with the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) offering a whole host of ways in which to get on court in your local... Read More »

Tags: Active Lifestyle, News, tennis

New relationships and health education in schools

New relationships and health education in schools

Posted: Sun, 29 Jul 2018 10:30

Draft guidance published today to make sure education prepares young people for life in the modern world. Read More »

Tags: News, School Sport

The National School Games – Youth Ticket Offer!

The National School Games – Youth Ticket Offer!

Posted: Fri, 27 Jul 2018 15:30

Between Thursday 30 August and Sunday 2 September, more than 1,400 young athletes will compete across 11 sports, five of which include disability competition, at venues across Loughborough University Campus. Read More »

Tags: News, School Games, athletics, cricket, hockey, netball

Visits to parks on the rise as city dwellers head outdoors

Visits to parks on the rise as city dwellers head outdoors

Posted: Wed, 25 Jul 2018 09:20

Increasing numbers of people living in cities and towns across England are visiting the natural environment.

Visits to city parks and green spaces in England were up by 25 per cent in 2016 as compared to 2010, new research published today (Friday, 6 July) by... Read More »

Tags: Active Lifestyle, Mental Health, News, Running, Walking