Government pledges £900m for sports events & facilities
Summary
The UK government plans to invest £900 million in sports events and facilities. This includes hosting international events like Euro 2028 and supporting community sports projects. Some funding will go toward improving sports facilities and programs in schools.Key Facts
- The UK government will invest £900 million in sports events and grassroots facilities.
- Over £500 million will support major international events like the Euro 2028 soccer tournament.
- The 2026 European Athletics Championships and 2027 Tour de France Grand Departs will also receive funding.
- The UK is considering a bid for the 2035 Women's World Cup and the 2029 World Athletics Championships.
- At least £400 million will be spent on grassroots sports facilities over the next four years.
- New school sports programs aim to ensure all children have access to sports and extracurricular activities.
- The UK is hosting the women's rugby union World Cup this year and the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
- There are no current plans to bid for golf's Ryder Cup or Solheim Cup.
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