Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 116471

Leisure: Finance

Tabled: 27 February 2026
Answered: 9 March 2026

Question

Jim Shannon

Democratic Unionist PartyStrangford

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether she has plans to financially aid or support local leisure facilities, and is this doable with local government making cuts to services.

Answer

Stephanie Peacock
The Government recognises the importance of ensuring public access to leisure facilities which are vital spaces for people of all ages to stay fit and healthy, and which play an important role within communities.The ongoing responsibility of providing acc...

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