The government are using grassroots sport facilities to "drive to break down barriers to opportunity, give families affordable ways to stay healthy, and deliver an NHS fit for the future". Nearly 1000 community projects benefitting and £85m to be distributed in 26/27: www.gov.uk/government/n...

DCMS have launched #TeamUp a new campaign to tackle male loneliness and isolation. Sport has the power to bring people together in local communities, and through collective action we can help young men to ‘Team Up’ to end isolation: teamup.campaign.gov.uk

Back to work today and exciting news for #GreaterManchester and @gmmoving.co.uk. The first National River Walk (part of manifesto pledge to create 9 new walks, 1 for each region of England) will be a 21km route from Stockport through Manchester to Trafford. Full details: www.gov.uk/government/n...

#parkrun is worth nearly £700m to UK economy and every £1 spent returned at least £16.70 in benefits. Improvements to mental health (happiness and a sense of achievement) more important to increased life satisfaction than physical health. blog.parkrun.com/uk/2025/10/1...

Interesting that in Northern Ireland they've published an update on 'Making Life Better' indicators - recognising that health is affected by many factors, not just behaviour and health services. Missing #PhysicalActivity unfortunately: www.health-ni.gov.uk/articles/mak...

The graph that shows Manchester’s economy is taking off for real via @manchestermill.bsky.social James Gilmour looks at the rise in productivity in #GreaterManchester and how completion of the Phase 3 Metrolink expansion in early 2010s could be a factor. manchestermill.co.uk/andrew-mcphi...

Narrative is one of 'Seven essential changes' named in South Yorkshire CA's new Health is Wealth report: www.southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk/news/article... "redirects focus away from individual responsibility towards the need for collective action" Look forward to seeing this in action

Spotted in The Christie: Leaflet outlining short walks in the nearby neighbourhoods for staff and patients. A great demonstration of bringing the benefits of physical activity into a hospital setting in #GreaterManchester. @christieinstitute.bsky.social @christielibrary.bsky.social

The latest #BeeWell survey results for #GreaterManchester are now live. @gmmoving.co.uk will listen to what young people in GM are saying about their wellbeing and will work with #BeeWell to act on the latest results. Find out more: www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/news/beewell...

Interesting summary of NHS Staff Survey data at #NTSummit on how younger staff report higher rates of illness due to stress. They also feel less satisfied with pay and less likely to think they have a good work-life balance.

Lots of great advice from @gmmoving.co.uk CEO @hayleylever.bsky.social on the latest episode of the Conveners Podcast. An opportunity for her to dig a bit deeper than usual and explain more about our system change journey in #GreaterManchester. futurefitforbusiness.co.uk/the-convener...

"The first large-scale prevention demonstrator when it comes to health." We all have a role to play and @gmmoving.bsky.social are ready to support #LiveWell across GM alongside @andyburnham.bsky.social.

#RedJanuary is back and I'm encouraging @gmmoving.bsky.social colleagues and the amazing networks, groups, organisations who support #GMMovingInAction to 'Rise Every Day'. RED is a movement that invites and welcomes everyone to set a movement goal for January: www.gmmoving.co.uk/news/brighte...

Fun night in the audience at #ChildrenInNeed last night. Many powerful stories of incredible people which so often show the power of movement and physical activity. When we move, we feel better 😌 #GMMoving

📋 Sport England have released a new report showing how sport and physical activity generates over £100bn in social value per year. Improved health outcomes help relieve pressure on the NHS through £10.5bn in wider health and social care savings Find out more: www.sportengland.org/news-and-ins...