Residents in Cornwall are being invited to contribute to a new framework that will be used to make decisions about the Duchy’s leisure facilities over the next 10 years.
On the Move: A Framework for Leisure Activity in Cornwall (2024-2034) sets out the Council’s vision for leisure services.
In line with the Cornwall Plan, Cornwall Council’s roadmap to deliver a greener, cleaner Cornwall that is fairer and more inclusive, the framework focuses on the development of accessible and sustainable leisure facilities. It also seeks to address health inequalities and foster inclusivity.
With no statutory funding for leisure provision, it’s a challenging time for leisure centres across the country.
Working with partners and leisure operators, Cornwall Council hopes to explore different funding opportunities to maintain a sustainable network of leisure facilities across Cornwall.
A consultation on the framework has been launched today (Wednesday, September 11).
The framework will use specific criteria to inform decision-making, ensuring that investments, support and initiatives are aligned with the needs of Cornwall’s communities. Residents are being asked to provide feedback on the criteria.
Councillor Carol Mould, portfolio holder for Neighbourhoods at Cornwall Council, said: “Our vision is that in Cornwall, every person has the support, opportunity and environment to be more active, more often, to benefit their health and wellbeing.
“In order to achieve this, we must think carefully about how we can safeguard our leisure centres and look at alternative funding streams, such as grants. This framework will help us focus our efforts on the areas most in need and look at how we can ensure that people across Cornwall are empowered to stay active.”
The consultation launched on the Let’s Talk Cornwall website on Wednesday, September 11 and will run for six weeks.
Press release issued on September 11, 2024