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From Award Winners to Future Challenges
Congratulations to Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council, winners of the APSE Service Award for Sports and Leisure Services, and Winchester City Council, winners of the Health and Wellbeing Initiative Award. We're delighted that both councils will be joining our next Sports and Leisure Network Meeting on 12 November to share the stories behind their award-winning work. The meeting will showcase APSE Service Award winners and is free for APSE members to attend.
In this edition, you'll also find our latest briefing, Healthy Life Expectancy Trends in the UK: A Watershed Moment, which explores widening health inequalities and highlights the increasingly important role local authority leisure services can play in supporting preventative health and wellbeing.
APSE continues to engage with the sector's sustainability agenda through the Sport and Environment Climate Coalition (SECC). The next meeting will take place on 12 October and will include discussions on climate adaptation planning across the sport and physical activity sector, including DCMS's work on the next National Adaptation Programme.
Finally, don't forget the APSE Southern Active Communities Network meeting on 1 October, which provides another excellent opportunity for members to share experiences, discuss emerging challenges and learn from colleagues across the sector.
Matt Ellis, APSE Principal Policy Lead
Abi Ademiluyi, APSE Principal Policy Lead
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📝 BRIEFINGS, POLICY AND RESEARCH
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Healthy Life Expectancy Trends in the UK: A Watershed Moment
A recent analysis by The Health Foundation has highlighted a significant decline in healthy life expectancy (HLE) across the UK, with widening inequalities between affluent and deprived communities. This briefing unpacks the findings of the report and highlights the impact it could have on local authority health and leisure services.
Read our briefing here
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Restricting Promotions of Products High in Fat, Sugar and Salt - Northern Ireland
The Department of Health and the Food Standards Agency in Northern Ireland have launched a consultation seeking views on proposals to introduce restrictions on the promotion of products high in fat, sugar and salt (HFSS). This briefing outlines the proposed changes in the consultation and highlights how local authorities can engage in the process.
Read our briefing here
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Westmorland and Furness Council completes the next phase of decarbonisation work at Appleby Leisure Centre
Appleby Leisure Centre reopened recently, following the completion of the latest round of works, which will bring significant energy saving benefits to the building.
Triple glazing was installed in the autumn and 190 solar panels have now been fitted to the roof, thanks to funding from Sport England and Westmorland and Furness Council.
Read the full story here
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Fife Council to receive more than £154,000 to boost sporting opportunities across the region
A total of 37 community organisations and sports clubs across Fife are set to share more than £154,000 through the Summer of Sport 2026 funding programme, helping to create new opportunities for children and young people to get active in their local communities.
Read the full story here
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Hartlepool Council opens new multi-million pound Highlight Active Wellbeing Hub
Hartlepool Council has opened its new multi-million-pound Highlight Active Wellbeing Hub, marking the completion of a two-and-a-half-year construction project.
Read the full story here
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Cardiff Council introduces ReCYCLE Scheme to help more children cycle to school
Cardiff Council’s ReCYCLE scheme is helping even more children from low-income families travel actively to school through the provision of free refurbished bikes and scooters. The scheme aims to remove the financial barriers that prevent children and young people from choosing active travel.
Read the full story here
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Worcestershire County Council announces 1000 community grants to improve health and wellbeing
Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health team has invested £3 million in communities to help residents improve their own wellbeing and create healthier, stronger communities. Since launching in 2023, the Community Wellbeing Grant Programme has awarded 1000 grants to communities across Worcestershire.
Read the full story here
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Antrim and Newtownabbey Council’s award-winning sports and leisure team
Antrim and Newtownabbey's Leisure team were awarded Best Service Team of the Year: Sports and Leisure Services at the APSE Service Awards in Liverpool, recognising their commitment to creating healthier, happier and more active communities.
Read the full story here
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Lambeth Council welcomes iconic Brockwell Lido back under council management
This summer, Lambeth Council welcomed the iconic Brockwell Lido back under council management. Lambeth's in-house health and leisure service, Active Lambeth, will now manage the 89-year-old lido, one of the South London's most popular swimming and sports facilities.
Read the full story here
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Active Communities Network Meeting
APSE Southern Region
Thursday 1 October
10:30 - 12:30
Book your place here
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Leading the Field: APSE Award Winner Showcase
APSE Sports and Leisure Netowr
Thursday 12 November
10:00 - 12:00
Book your place here
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Insourcing Public Contracts: Rebuilding Capacity
Thursday 15 October
10:00 - 16:00
Book your place here
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Advanced Contract Management (CPD)
Wednesday 28 - Thursday 29 October
10:00 - 16:00
Book your place here
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📊 DATA INSIGHTS WITH PERFORMANCE NETWORKS
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Sports and Leisure Facility Management Performance Networks - data collection window closes soon!
The APSE Performance Networks Sports and Leisure Facility Management data submission closes soon!
Participating in the Sports and Leisure Facility Management service gives you access to valuable performance intelligence, helping you benchmark your service and drive continuous improvement. Benefits include:
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Comprehensive benchmarking reports comparing your performance with other local authorities
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Performance indicators and cost analysis to identify strengths and areas for improvement
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Evidence to support decision-making, service planning and continuous improvement
The submission deadline is 1 October, so don’t miss the opportunity to benchmark your service and gain valuable performance insights.
If you’re not already a member of APSE Performance Networks and would like to get involved, please contact [email protected].
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⚙️ CONSULTANCY AND INTERIM MANAGMENT SUPPORT
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Need consultancy support or an interim manager for your Sports and Leisure Services? APSE Solutions can help.
Whether you need short-term management cover or expert strategic advice, APSE Solutions provides experienced support tailored to your Sports and Leisure Services.
Our expertise includes but is not limited to:
Whatever stage your service is at, our experienced associates can provide practical and professional support.
Find out more about our Solutions service here
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Network Queries are a resource for APSE members, allowing officers and councillors the opportunity to ask any question to APSE’s network.
This service gives our members access to the experience, knowledge and expertise of colleagues from over 300 member councils across the UK.
As a member organisation, officers and councillors from APSE have access to this service.
Do you have a question which you would like to ask the network?
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Keep up to date with our Sector News Bulletins!
Our Sector News Bulletins include the latest policy developments, briefings, events, training courses, best practice and support from our APSE Performance Networks and Solutions teams across our wide range of service areas.
Click here to explore our Sector News Bulletins
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APSE is a member of APSE and APSE Energy and so you have full access to the benefits of both memberships. Find out more by visiting the APSE Website and the APSE Energy Web Pages.
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