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LGA calls for £1bn investment to secure future of public sport and leisure

Sector opens its door to the public for National Fitness Day

Gympass and Strava join forces in global partnership
Investment in public sport and leisure facilities and services is key to levelling up the health of the nation, tackling health inequalities and supporting climate change targets, according to a new report.
Team GB’s gold-winning diver, Matty Lee, Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson and Sports Minister, Nigel Huddleston joined gym goers at the kick-off of National Fitness Day, which saw thousands of free activities taking place across the UK.
Gympass has teamed up with the fitness tracking app Strava to encourage people to stay active.
Swim England warns of significant pool closures
Almost 2,000 swimming pools could be lost forever by the end of the decade unless the government and local authorities act now to replace or refurbish ageing facilities.

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