Minutes:
Julie Tolhurst, Public Health Principal – Place, Culture, Housing and Regulation was welcomed to the meeting.
Members were made aware of a new funding stream available from Sport England, which aimed to increase physical activity. It was suggested that a bid may be developed with Doncaster and Rotherham to cover the whole of the Dearne Valley.
The deadline of 2nd November, 2017 for submission was noted, as was the need to consult and engage with partners and the community in order to shape the bid.
Initial ideas focused on assisting and motivating those in work, who did less than 30 minutes of exercise per week, to become more active. Members discussed a number of options that could engage individuals with the support of their workplaces, including before and after work, and at lunchtimes. It was noted that healthier and happier employees are often more productive.
Members were supportive of proposals, and it was agreed that they be kept engaged throughout the development of a bid.
RESOLVED that the development of a bid to Sport England be supported.