Sports & Club Development Programme

To engage with grassroots teams and clubs to deliver long-term benefits, including inward investment and sustainable funding. The Council has agreed to provide £45,000 funding per annum (for financial years 2026/27 and 2027/28) for the creation of a new sports development post, together with £100,000 (total funding for financial years 2026/27 and 2027/28) to support healthier communities, youth engagement and long-term participation in sport in the Borough and aligning with the Council's wider commitment to community wellbeing.