Ban on 'no ball games' signs suggested to get kids off screens
Summary
Play experts in England are suggesting a ban on "no ball games" signs and changes in school and community policies to encourage outdoor activities for children. They aim to reduce screen time and create more child-friendly spaces, responding to findings that outdoor play has dropped significantly over the years due to obstacles like traffic and crime concerns.Key Facts
- Experts want to ban "no ball games" signs to help kids play outside more.
- Outdoor play in England has declined by 50% in one generation.
- A national Play Strategy for England is being proposed to improve play opportunities.
- Recommendations include consulting children in new developments and protecting school playtimes.
- More than 7,000 signs in London limit play for children.
- From 2012 to 2022, over 400 playgrounds were closed in England.
- The commission wants to increase safe, local play areas for children.
- School break times have shortened by 23 minutes since 1995, impacting playtime.
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