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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
I’m writing to update you on the emerging Place-based Physical Activity Leadership Network (PPALN). This is an evolving network of leaders from across the physical activity ‘system’. It seeks to […]
The theme of the conference was ‘Creating better health outcomes for all: through physical activity, culture and creativity’, with a programme devised to help members think differently about physical activity, culture […]
A new group has been formed by key organisations to tackle common challenges facing the entire swimming sector. The Swimming Alliance will offer a single, cohesive voice on crucial issues […]
