Local Authority Flashcards
Who do Local Councils work with ?
sport England to promote the quantity and quality of sporting opportunities in a particular area.
NGB’S to develop sport in the local community
Example of Local Council
Places Leisure facility (Eastleigh council) has received money from England netball to improve the provision for netball in the local area
Local Councils Key Roles and Responsibilities
Engage with communities to increase participation in sport and physical activity
Local authorities provide community sport facilities, from the local parks to leisure centres, they allow a huge range of leisure activities to be performed locally
Local Authorities are also now responsible for the health outcomes for their populations
Build relationships with partners (NGB’s) - ‘stoneham football hub’
Provide programmes and schemes to get the local population active
Roles of Youth Sport Trust
National Charity
Focused on young people in sport
Aim to improve the lives of young people through the power of sport and physical education
Help implement and support all levels of the school games
Work with NGB’s to improve sporting opportunities for all young people
Encourage and train young leaders in sport
