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Written question asked by Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 11 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 18 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Stephanie Peacock (Labour) on Thursday, 18 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Sports: Clubs

Question

What steps her Department is taking to help support grassroots sports clubs.

Answer

The Government believes in the power of grassroots sport, and is committed to supporting grassroots clubs, which are important for communities across the country.

Our Arm’s Length Body, Sport England, annually invests over £250 million of Lottery and Exchequer funding to promote grassroots sport and physical activity.

We have also committed £400 million into grassroots sport facilities, and we are working closely with the sports sector and local leaders to develop plans for this investment.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
900507
Session
2026-27
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Clubs Government assistance Sports
Link
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