Latest play news (page 1 of 27)
Here's the lowdown on what's happening right now with play in London... along with news from beyond the M25 that might affect how, where and how often children play within its confines. If you want news relating to London Play, choose from the menu on the left.
Killjoy Councillors to ban tree climbing
Friday 16 Feb 2018 I Standard
London borough of Wandsworth plans fines of up to £500 for climbing trees, flying kites or playing cricket in parks
Islington officially 'awesome'
26 October 2017
Islington adventure playgrounds romped home with three of the top prizes at the prestigious London Adventure Play Awards today.
Risk 'essential' in school grounds
18 September 2017 I ISGA
School grounds should be 'as safe as necessary', not 'as safe as possible' asserts a new declaration from the international School Grounds Alliance.
New fund could support play
August 2017 I London Play
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has launched a new £9m fund to create and improve green spaces and encourage more tree planting in London.
Millions of children worried about crime
30 August 2017 I The Guardian
The wellbeing and happiness of millions of children is being affected by concerns about crime in their local area, according to a study.
Go Kart charity warns of cuts to play
07 August 2017 I East London Advertiser
Children from deprived areas like east London could be “paying the price” of public spending cuts and lose opportunities to improve their lives.
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