Residents invited to share views on future of sport and leisure in Falkirk
Falkirk Council along with sportscotland is asking residents to help shape the future of sport and leisure facilities across the area.
The survey has launched to gather views from users on how they utilise existing facilities and what improvements would make the biggest difference to their experience.
The feedback will support work on a new long-term Sport and Leisure Strategy being developed by the Council and sportscotland.
The survey will run until 24 October and is open to anyone who lives in the Falkirk area. It asks about current use of pitches, venues and outdoor spaces, barriers to taking part in sport and activity, and ideas for future investment.
Alongside the survey, a series of engagement sessions will take place, which will give residents the chance to share views directly with officers and hear more about the work underway. Locations include:
- Grangemouth HS Tuesday 21 Oct 7-8pm
- Bo’ness Town Hall Thursday 23 Oct 7-8pm
- Denny HS Tuesday 4 Nov 7-8pm
- St Mungo’s Thursday 6 Nov 7-8pm.
An online consultation event via Teams will take place on Wednesday 5 Nov 7-8pm, with advanced registration required to attend by emailing sportsdevelopment@falkirk.gov.uk
Councillor Paul Garner, Deputy Leader of Falkirk Council, said:
It is important that local people have a say in how we shape the future of sport and leisure across the area.
“By taking part in the survey or attending one of the engagement sessions, you can help us understand how facilities are currently used, where improvements are needed, and what barriers exist to participation.
"This will ensure our new strategy reflects community needs and supports health and wellbeing for years to come.
The survey can be completed online at Participate +, the Council’s online survey platform.