The Alliance has responded to yesterday's announcement that the government will be investing more than £1 billion in PE and school sport over the next three years 🗣️ Read our full response here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/allianc...

🤝 The Sport and Recreation Alliance has brought together bodies from across the sector to call for Government rethink potential £120m cuts to school sports in England. 🔗 Find out more here: www.theguardian.com/education/20...

Everyone at the Alliance is saddened to learn that Lilian Aubrey, former Chair of our Movement and Dance Division, has passed away. The thoughts of everyone at the Alliance are with Lilian's family and friends at this difficult time. www.facebook.com/NCDTA/posts/...

Fantastic to join members and colleagues from across the sector last night at the Glaziers Hall for the launch of the Tour de France Femmes 2027 🚴‍♀️ It is expected to be the best attended women's sporting event in the UK next year 🤩

The Alliance has responded to the publication of the DCMS Select Committee’s “Game On: Community and School Sport” report 📝 The report draws on extensive input including oral evidence from Alliance CEO, Lisa Wainwright MBE, and our written submission. 🔗 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/allianc...

The Sport and Recreation Alliance is looking for an Elected Non-Executive Director with the varied skills and experience to help move the organisation forward during our 2025-2030 strategy 🤝 Find out more and apply here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/career...

The Sport and Recreation Alliance is delighted to confirm appointments to the National Governing Body (NGB) Coalition Management Committee, alongside existing NGB Coalition Division Chair, Ralph Rimmer OBE, and Deputy Chair, Jack Baker. Find out more 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/key-app...

Nearly a million girls in England are missing out on the joy of team sport compared to boys their age. This is unacceptable. Every girl deserves the chance to find her team and the self-belief and belonging that come with it. Read more: https://ow.ly/4cx150YBBI2

The Sport and Recreation Alliance is delighted to welcome Justine Baynes to the Board to fill a casual vacancy. Justine joins with a wealth of experience in the sector, currently serving as CEO of @britwheelbball.bsky.social 🏀 Find out more here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/allianc...

Pleased to be at the House of Lords yesterday to celebrate the launch of Chance to Shine's Impact Report 🤩 A fantastic organisation doing incredible work inspiring young people through cricket 🏏

Delighted that Alliance CEO, Lisa Wainwright MBE, was invited to attend the Prime Minister's Downing Street reception on Monday celebrating grassroots sport 🙌 Lisa spoke to both the Prime Minister and Lisa Nandy MP about the huge and vital contribution of our members to grassroots sport.

Parliamentarians, National Governing Bodies and sector leaders came together in Westminster this week for the inaugural All-Sport All Party Parliamentary Group Reception, hosted by the APPG for Sport and Physical Activity 🤝 Find out more here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/parliam...

The amount of money reinvested in grassroots sport by major sports bodies as part of the Voluntary Code on Sports Broadcasting has risen year-on-year 📈 Last compliance year, this figure was a record £213.2m 👏 Find out more here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/campaigns-an...

The Sport and Recreation Alliance congratulates its members and Team GB for an incredibly successful Games in Milano-Cortina 🏅 Read reaction from the Alliance's CEO, Lisa Wainwright MBE, and Chair of the NGB Coalition Division, Ralph Rimmer OBE, here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/allianc...

We were at the #LetsDance! 2026 launch on Saturday at the Old Bailey in London 🤩 Delighted to support Angela Rippon CBE and the /Together Coalition on such a fantastic initiative! Looking forward to seeing the nation dance together on 8 March for Let's Dance! Day 🕺💃🪩

The first wave of speakers for #IWGGlobalSummit 2026 have been announced! 🤩 From CEOs to pioneers, these are the people shaping the future, with more announcements coming soon... Tickets are selling fast - don't miss out! 👇 events.mygameday.app/event/global... @iwgwomenandsport.bsky.social

Our CEO, Lisa Wainwright MBE, was the keynote speaker at today's Racing Together conference, delivering an address on volunteering, leadership and resilience 🙌 Great to have the opportunity to speak to plenty of members and sector leaders in person! 🤝

🤝 We're hiring! 🤝 We're seeking a Policy and Public Affairs Officer to help drive forward the work of the Alliance, building powerful relationships with our members and advocating for their priorities 🗣️ Find out more about the role and apply here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/career...

The careers section of our website contains plenty of fantastic opportunities from across the sport and recreation sector 🤩 If you're looking for a brand new role with one of our brilliant members, take a look today! 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/careers

ICYMI: Reconomics 3.0 was launched earlier this week in Parliament, highlighting the immense economic and social value of outdoor recreation to the UK 🚶🧗🚣⛺️ Find out more about the report and take a look at the findings in full here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/campaigns-an...

The Sport and Recreation Alliance has responded to yesterday's Government announcement on business rate relief, which confirmed further support for pubs and live music venues, but not for the sport and recreation sector. Read our full response here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/allianc...

📣 Reconomics 3.0 launched! 📣 The Alliance was delighted to launch the Reconomics 3.0 report in Parliament yesterday, outlining the immense economic, health and social value of outdoor recreation. Find out more 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/immense... 🧵 (1/2)

[email protected], Scottish Cycling and Beicio Cymru have called for £30 million of government investment to deliver over 250 new community-based facilities, following new research showing the success of the Places to Ride programme 🚴 Find out more 👇 www.britishcycling.org.uk/about/articl...

It is with immense sadness that the Sport and Recreation Alliance learned of Andy Sutch’s passing last week, and we send our deepest condolences to Andy’s family and friends. Our tribute to Andy can be found here: sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/andy-su...

Delighted to attend Inclusive Sportswear's Fix The Kit event yesterday in Parliament 😁 It was a great event, and brilliant to see so many Alliance members supporting Tess Howard's superb initiative 🙌 Find out more about Inclusive Sportswear here 👇 www.inclusivesportswear.com

🚨 Under a week left to apply for our NGB Executive Lead role! 🚨 We're looking for someone to help shape and drive our new strategy in relation to our fantastic NGB members, and it could be you! 😁 Find out more about the role and apply here 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/career...

Our latest research shows that 7 in 10 girls who watched Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 felt inspired to do more sport. And it’s not just girls who were inspired... 72% of boys also said they wanted to do more sport as a result of watching🙌 Read more: https://ow.ly/UEKx50XRWnL

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 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/campaigns-an...

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 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/campaigns-an...

📢 We're hiring! 📢 We're looking to recruit an NGB Executive Lead to help shape and drive our new strategy - A United Voice for Sport and Recreation - in relation to NGBs 😊 Find out more and apply here ⬇️ sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/career...

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 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/campaigns-an...

Just one week to go! 😁 'Make it Matter: Turning Environmental Goals into Actions' will explore how sports organisations of all sizes can embed sustainability into their everyday operations 🟢 It's not too late to sign up! 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/events/event...

Just under three weeks left to sign up for our AGM and 90th Year Anniversary Celebration! 🥳 Join us as we see our annual awards presented, as well as an opportunity to reflect on 90 years of Alliance history at St James's Palace 🤩 Sign up here! 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/sport-a...

Speakers have been confirmed for our upcoming networking event! 🤩 'Make It Matter: Turning Environmental Goals into Action' will explore how sports organisations of all sizes can embed sustainability into their everyday operations 😁 Sign up here! 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/events/event...

🥳 It's National Fitness Day! 🥳 The National Fitness Day activity finder shows all of the activities taking place in your area, making it easier than ever for you to get involved! 🏃 Take a look 👇 nationalfitnessday.com/finder/ @ukactive.bsky.social

A new @ukactive.bsky.social report highlights the positive impact of physical activity on people with a mental health condition 🧠 However, currently, only 16% of this group meet the Chief Medical Officer's recommended physical activity levels. Find out more 👇 www.ukactive.com/news/72-of-p...

ICYMI: We announced that we'll be hosting a special event at St James’s Palace on 12 November 2025 to mark its 90th anniversary, encompassing our AGM and #CSRAYouth Awards 🥳 Find out more and secure your spot here 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/sport-a...

This National Inclusion Week, we've highlighted the work of two members who do brilliant work to ensure as many people as possible can benefit from sport and recreation 🙌 Activity Alliance 👉 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/celebra... Women in Sport 👉 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/nationa...

In our second feature of National Inclusion Week, we spotlight the work of @womeninsportuk.bsky.social, who have been breaking down barriers that hold girls and women back from taking the opportunities sport can offer for over 40 years 🙌 Take a look 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/nationa...

We've launched nominations for our 2025 Spirit of Sport and Recreation Award, to be presented at our AGM & 90th Year Anniversary Celebration, which was announced last week! 🥳 To nominate a community champion for this prestigious award, click here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/spirit-...

It's National Inclusion Week! 😁 Alongside @activityalliance.bsky.social, we are celebrating progress while calling for change to break down the barriers disabled people continue to face accessing sport and physical activity. Read more here 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/celebra...

The Alliance is delighted to announce that the organisation will be hosting a special event at St James’s Palace on 12 November 2025 to mark its 90th anniversary, encompassing its AGM and #CSRAYouth Awards 🥳 Find out more and register for the event here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/sport-a...

Alongside the Sports Governance Academy, we're hosting a networking event - 'Make It Matter: Turning Environmental Goals into Action' 🌳 It will explore how all sports organisations can embed sustainability into their everyday operations 🤝 Register here! 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/events/event...

[email protected] are looking to collate existing insight and evidence on how climate change impacts participation in sport and physical activity at grassroots level 🏃 Find out more and share your evidence here 👇 www.sportengland.org/blogs/we-nee...

It's just over three weeks since we published our new five-year strategy - A United Voice for Sport and Recreation 🗣️ If you haven't had the chance yet, take a look at what we're aiming to achieve alongside our members by heading to our website 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/our-mi...

[email protected] is looking for a new Chair to lead the organisation into its next chapter 😁 If you have the expertise and/or lived experience to take on the role and drive meaningful change for disabled people, find out more and apply 👇 www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10088-j...

South Asian Heritage Month may have finished, but it isn't too late to read our article about the brilliant work of the England Kabaddi Federation UK, who are helping bring people together through the traditional South Asian sport 😊 Take a look 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/celebra...

There are just under two weeks until our Research and Development Officer vacancy closes ⌛️ If you want to support our work and the brilliant work of our members by using your research and insight skills, apply today! 📊 Details here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/career...

Earlier this week, on International Youth Day, we were proud to shine a spotlight on the inspiring work of one of our members - Youth Sport Trust 🙌 Take a look at some the incredible work they do by reading our article 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/empower...

Interested in becoming our new Research and Development Officer, and showcasing the value of sport and recreation through impactful and insightful research? 🤔 Read the full job description on our website, and apply 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/career...