The Inactivity Paradox – movement can power the UK’s economic recovery
Spencer Moore, Deputy CEO of CIMSPA explores the role of the sector workforce in addressing the nation’s biggest economic challenge. The conversation about economic inactivity has become one of the most important in the UK today. Policy makers and, to a certain extent, the public, are starting to realise that behind the statistics and headlines […]
“For Sheffield, by Sheffield” – new sport and physical activity local skills plan published for the area
The plan aims to support the recruitment and retention of a skilled, diverse and resilient workforce that inspires lifelong participation in sport and physical activity
You Asked for It – Why 2026 is your year to act
Tara Dillon, CEO of CIMSPA reflects on a year which saw a defining moment for our sector’s workforce.
Lancashire sport and physical activity sector publish local skills plan for the area
The plan aims to enable the sector to play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of communities in Lancashire.
Commenting on the Chancellor’s Budget speech
CEO of CIMSPA, Tara Dillon said, “Today we heard the Chancellor continuing to champion the pursuit of growth with her Budget statement highlighting investment in building, infrastructure and enterprise. But despite continued efforts by our sector there is a failure to recognise that without an active, healthy population there simply won’t be the workforce now […]
Building a world-class curriculum
What the review means for sport, physical activity, and school PE The government’s new Curriculum and Assessment Review: Building a World-Class Curriculum for All, led by Professor Becky Francis, sets out an ambitious vision for the future of education in England. Its central idea is that every young person deserves a curriculum combining deep knowledge, […]
Supporting children to stay active this winter
A new government campaign has been launched to help families keep children active through the colder months, as new data shows that nearly three in five parents expect their children’s activity levels to decline over winter. The Let’s Move! campaign, supported by Sport England and a number of ambassadors including Joe Wicks and Beth Tweddle, […]
What the CMO’s evidence means for our sector
When Professor Sir Chris Whitty gave oral evidence to the Health and Social Care Committee this week, he described physical activity is one of the most effective tools we have for supporting healthy ageing. Speaking as part of the inquiry into Healthy Ageing: Physical Activity in an Ageing Society, the Chief Medical Officer made a […]
Shaping the national skills agenda – what Skills England’s priorities mean for the sport and physical activity sector
Spencer Moore, Chief Strategy Officer, CIMSPA When the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions published their letter to the joint chief executives of Skills England earlier this week, setting out the Government’s skills priorities, it marked a significant moment for the UK’s workforce agenda. The letter calls for a more joined-up, evidence-led and employer-driven […]
Ready for your next step? Moving from Practitioner to Advanced Practitioner
Advanced Practitioner offers you a chance to have your expertise formally recognised, to demonstrate your credibility, and to unlock new opportunities for progression. If you’re already an established professional in the sport and physical activity sector, chances are you’ve achieved a lot since you first qualified. You’ve built experience, refined your delivery, supported others, and […]