Oral QuestionDepartment for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport

“What steps her Department is taking to increase participation in sport and physical activity among children and young people.”

Tabled: 4 November 2026Answered: 12 November 2026

Asked by

Rachel Taylor

Labour — North Warwickshire and Bedworth

Answering Minister

the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport

Answer from Hansard

The Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (Lisa Nandy)

The Government are highly committed to increasing physical activity for young people, which is why we are reforming the PE and school sports partnerships, strengthening links between schools, clubs and local communities, and investing in grassroots facilities. If I may say so, my hon. Friend is an outstanding advocate on this issue and an example of the amazing contribution that people can make throughout their lifetimes through sport. As an umpire for Wimbledon and someone who still plays tennis for her county, she is a shining example of what can be achieved through sport.