The purpose of the exercise is to understand how important the current policy is and to identify ways in which it could be improved.
Alliance consultation
In late 2018 the Alliance conducted a preliminary analysis on the current policy and its perceived value and ways in which it could be improved.
We have started to look at the wider relevance of the policy to other government departments – including, for example, in terms of tax and immigration.
In January and February 2019, the Alliance will conduct further analysis and consultation of the sector. As part of that process, we are seeking your views and need your help to shape this policy for the better.
We are encouraging members to be as expansive as they wish in expressing views on the policy and ways in which it could be improved (or, indeed if it has little visibility or perceived relevance). To aid discussion, we would suggest you consider the following questions:
You can view Sport England’s full Sports Councils’ Recognition Policy here. A summary of the Definition of Recognition is as follows;
Definition of recognition
We very much welcome views from the whole of our membership on this issue – from organisations that are already recognised, those who may seek recognition and those that are not recognised at all under current arrangements.
To discuss the review further and to share your views, please contact James Allen (Director of Policy, Governance and External Affairs) at info@sportandrecreation.org.uk or via 020 7976 3900.
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