MP Bob Seely has welcomed Government investment of £12,823 to improve sports facilities across the Isle of Wight.
The funding comes as part of a £68 million investment programme to support more than 1,700 new and improved multi-sports grassroots facilities across the UK – with a particular focus on increasing participation among underrepresented groups such as women and girls, and those with a disability.
Island sporting facilities to benefit from the investment include Brighstone Recreation Ground, home to ladies football club Wight Eagles FC, and Steyne Park where Bembridge Youth FC play. Both will benefit from new goalposts. The Peter Henry Ground, home to Brading Town Football Club will also benefit from new fencing.
Welcoming the additional investment in Island sporting facilities, Bob Seely MP said: “Grassroots facilities are essential for nurturing future sporting talent and encouraging people to get active which benefits their physical and mental wellbeing.
“I’m delighted these three Isle of Wight sports clubs will benefit from this additional investment. Well done to all those who submitted bids.”
Culture Secretary, Lucy Frazer said: “We are committed to levelling up access to sport which is so important for the nation’s physical and mental health.
“We are delivering more than 1,700 new and improved grassroots sports facilities across the UK to continue to support, sustain and grow community and grassroots sport - so that physical activity is accessible to all, no matter a person’s background or location.”
