Written questions

Leisure: Finance

Commons · Question 116471 · Tabled 27 Feb 2026 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 9 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by Jim Shannon

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

Answered by Stephanie Peacock, 9 Mar 2026

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...