The Cabinet considered the report of the Chief Executive which provided details of the draft Playing Pitch Strategy which had been prepared to support the emerging Local Plan The assessment underlying the strategy had found there was a shortage of playing fields for some of the key pitch sports (football, rugby and cricket) and the draft strategy outlined a number of ways of addressing this shortage, including better maintenance of existing pitches, greater community use of school playing fields, and the development of ‘hub’ sites.
Decision Made:
That the draft Playing Pitch Strategy be approved as the basis for consultation.
Reasons for Decision:
To seek the views of the communities of Sefton on the content of the draft Strategy.
Alternative Options Considered and Rejected:
Not to consult.