Support

Representation ID: 17525

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Sport England

Sport England supports the references within this policy to Active Design and Active Environments principles, which we define as creating places and spaces that encourage people to be physically active. In particular, we support: * In part 1) the emphasis on spaces and buildings being influenced by their context to respond positively to identified community needs; * In part 4) to developing a permeable street network that provides active travel choices * In part 5) to ensuring safe and secure environments including safe and accessible pedestrian and cycle infrastructure * In part 6) to ensuring an integrated and well-connected open space network, including through new developments for housing and employment uses, with reference to delivering opportunities for sport and recreation. Since the policy makes specific reference to these Active Design principles, it would be appropriate to reference Sport England's Active Design Guidance in the associated justification and evidence on pages 42-44. A link to Sport England's guidance is provided below: https://www.sportengland.org/how-we-can-help/facilities-and-planning/design-and-cost-guidance/active-design