A woman returning to work
I started out in leisure 30 years ago worked hard with long hours and lots of cleaning, but loved the variety of the role of leisure assistant. I was fortunate […]
Author: Heidi Bellamy
Posts by Heidi Bellamy
CLOA AGM & Conference 2025
The theme of the conference was ‘The role of culture, creativity and active wellbeing in supporting community cohesion’ with a programme to help members reflect on engaging with communities, working […]
CLOA Members Meeting – 10 April 25
The networking event featured an address from both Julie Russell, Chair of CLOA and Eve Roodhouse, LGA’s Director of Strategy and Reform about CLOA and the LGA’s work at national […]
CLOA responds to the £270 million Arts Everywhere Fund announcement
Responding to the announcement made today by Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy, CLOA (Chief Cultural & Leisure Officers Association) welcomes the acknowledgement that the condition of museums, heritage sites and libraries […]
Happy New Year & Blwyddyn Newydd Dda to all!
I hope members have had a chance to take a breather and enjoy the festive season with family and friends. It provided me with the chance to reflect on what […]
One Swim England
It is encouraging to see Swim England develop and launch a revised strategic approach following the findings of The Listening Report and the appointment in early 2024 of new chief […]
Cultural Compacts
Chaired by CLOA Executive member Jonathan Cochrane, this roundtable focused in on the Cultural Compact initiative championed by Arts Council England with presentations from four successful Cultural Compacts that explored […]
An Audience with the DCMO Dr Jeanelle de Gruchy
This webinar featured a keynote from the Deputy Chief Medical Officer (DCMO) Dr Jeanelle de Gruchy. The DCMO shared evidence on the persistent health inequalities that remain in so many […]
Planning for culture, creativity, and leisure
CLOA’s response to the National Planning Policy Framework (England) consultation National and local planning policies can have a significant impact on cultural and leisure infrastructure. Planning can successfully lever new […]
Message from our EDI Champion
The Chief Leisure and Culture Association (CLOA) unequivocally condemns the recent riots that have taken place in the UK. These acts of violence, vandalism, and disruption are not only unlawful […]
