Petition Save Grassroots Sports – Welsh Government Must Step In!
Grassroots sports are under threat in Caerphilly County Borough and beyond. Our local council is attempting to balance the books through above-inflation increases to pitch fees, placing an unfair burden on community clubs. This comes despite facilities like Abercarn Welfare being in a shocking state this season.
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Volunteers already give their time and effort to keep grassroots sports alive—why should they be expected to fill the funding gap left by our councils? If local authorities can no longer support community sport, then the Welsh Government must step in to ensure these vital clubs survive.
We call on the Welsh Government to:
⚽ Provide emergency funding to cover rising pitch fees
🏉 Develop a long-term strategy to protect community sports clubs
🏏 Hold councils accountable for the maintenance of sports facilities
Without action, clubs will fold, opportunities for young players will disappear, and grassroots sport will suffer. Sign this petition to demand urgent support for the future of our communities!
#SaveOurSports #FundGrassroots #FairPlayForClubs
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