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 […]
This roundtable was Chaired by CLOA Executive Committee Member Nigel Lynn, who is CEO of West Berkshire Unitary Council and covered the context for budget setting as we move towards […]
This roundtable featured a keynote from Professor Daisy Fancourt that focuses on the relationship between arts and cultural services and health outcomes. Professor Fancourt shared the evidence base arising from […]
Chaired by CLOA Executive member Rob Campbell, this roundtable explored what an LVEP is and the benefits it can bring using Visit West as an example. The event also share […]
Val Birchall explores how we need a ‘national rethink’ about how we support and grow cultural provision as an essential component of place-led working. A moment for change Discretionary local […]
The Chief Cultural and Leisure Officers Association very much welcome the independent review of English public libraries and look forward to working with partners across the cultural sector to further […]
