Latest play news (page 1 of 26)
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.
School grounds should not be 'as safe as possible'
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.
New adventure play model in Lewisham
02 August 2017
LEWISHAM: Lewisham's five adventure playgrounds are now run by Youth First, a social enterprise and staff-led mutual which officially launched last month.
Play streets a 'no-brainer' for health
31 July 2017
Research out today provides conclusive evidence of the health benefits of street play.
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