"Whether it’s scoring a goal or simply going for a run, our playing fields are where we fall in love with sport."

The Sport & Recreation Alliance is highlighting the need to safeguard local pitches and facilities. Learn more about the campaign here: sportandrecreation.o...

#SaveOurSport

There is just one week to go until the consultation on changes to the planning system closes ⌛️

We've had over 2⃣0⃣,0⃣0⃣0⃣ people sign our petition already, but it's important we all make our voices heard 🗣️

Find out how to support our campaign here 👇

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The sector's concern about proposed Government planning reforms has been highlighted today in the media 📰

@theguardian.com ➡️ tinyurl.com/3j6vthm8

BBC Sport ➡️ tinyurl.com/2btz3uyt

Find out how to get involved with our Protect Where We Play campaign here 👇

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We've hit 1⃣0⃣,0⃣0⃣0⃣ signatures! 🥳

Thank you to everyone who has supported our Protect Where We Play campaign so far and signed our petition 🙌

But we're not done yet... let's keep up the momentum! Details on how to get involved here 👇

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🟢 Playing fields and pitches deliver at least £2⃣ billion in improved wellbeing every year.
🟢 They also help 4⃣ million people per year to be active, including 1⃣ million children.

We're asking Government to Protect Where We Play and #SaveOurSport 👇👇

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We think these proposed reforms are wrong.

We need your support to Protect Where We Play and change Government’s mind.

Visit our Campaign Hub to find out more about how you can get involved 👇

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New Alliance research shows playing fields and pitches deliver at least £2⃣ billion in improved wellbeing every year and help keep almost 4⃣ million people active, including 1⃣ million children.

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Government’s proposals include plans to consult on the impacts of removing @sport-england-se.bsky.social as a statutory consultee for planning applications involving playing fields, which we are deeply concerned by.

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📢 PROTECT WHERE WE PLAY 📢

The Alliance has launched the Protect Where We Play campaign to highlight the urgent risks to playing fields, pitches and community facilities from Government proposals to reform the planning system.

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