{"id":19662,"date":"2021-02-22T18:30:16","date_gmt":"2021-02-22T18:30:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ukactive.com\/news\/ukactive-responds-to-governments-reopening-roadmap-for-england\/"},"modified":"2026-03-23T17:03:23","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T17:03:23","slug":"ukactive-responds-to-governments-reopening-roadmap-for-england","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ukactive.com\/cy\/news\/ukactive-responds-to-governments-reopening-roadmap-for-england\/","title":{"rendered":"ukactive responds to Government\u2019s reopening roadmap for England"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>ukactive has issued the following statement in response to the Government\u2019s roadmap announcement today, detailing plans for exercise and the reopening of facilities<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Huw Edwards, CEO of ukactive, said: \u201cToday\u2019s roadmap announcement from the Prime Minister brings important clarity to the easing of restrictions in England and, while highlighting the disruption caused by the third lockdown, we also understand the necessary caution shown around infection rates.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWith positive news provided by the rollout of the vaccine, we hope the four-part plan for reopening society heralds the end of lockdowns caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are encouraged to see plans in stage one for the reopening of schools and school sport, which are vital for our children\u2019s activity levels and overall wellbeing. We will support our members so they fully understand the detail behind this initial stage in the roadmap. It is also positive to see the easing of restrictions for outdoor activity overall.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCrucially, we welcome the news that gyms, pools and leisure centres feature in the earliest stage possible for reopening indoor venues, providing vital clarity for thousands of our members and a long-awaited boost for millions of their customers.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe decision to reopen fitness and leisure facilities in stage two underlines the role they play in our nation\u2019s social fabric and in supporting the NHS, providing an essential service for the mental and physical health of millions.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Government also clearly recognises the sector\u2019s excellent safety record, demonstrated by our regular COVID-19 data reporting, and we will continue to provide these updates throughout the next chapter in the management of the pandemic.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFurthermore, we will continue to work with the Government and its health agencies to address any outstanding questions they 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