Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 110172

Sports: Disadvantaged

Tabled: 2 February 2026

Answered: 9 February 2026

Question

Maureen Burke

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the £8.14 million grassroots sports facilities fund on access to sport in deprived communities.

Answer

Stephanie Peacock

The Government’s announcement of £8.14m investment in Scotland in 2026/27, via the Multi-Sport Grassroots Facilities Programme, will encourage more people to be active by delivering high-quality grassroots sports facilities. This funding is designed to be...

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