ukactive and members support launch of Keep Britain Working Review

ukactive has declared its support for the Keep Britain Working Review following close collaboration with the Department for Work and Pensions, which published its findings today (5 November). The review, […]
Winners crowned at ukactive Awards 2025 as sector gathers to celebrate national achievements

The winners of the ukactive Awards 2025 have been announced at the ICC in Birmingham following a night celebrating the incredible achievements and vital role of the UK’s physical activity […]
How data sharing between the UK’s fitness and leisure sector and the NHS can advance the Government’s health strategy objectives

By Dave Gerrish, Strategic Lead – Digital and Kimberley White, Strategic Lead – Health, at ukactive Unlocking data sharing between the UK’s fitness and leisure sector and the NHS is […]
CEO Huw Edwards to step down after six years leading ukactive

Huw Edwards has announced he is stepping down as CEO of ukactive after six years in the role. Huw has decided the time is right to begin the next chapter […]
Budget 2025: Back our growing sector, don’t whack it with more taxes

By Huw Edwards, CEO of ukactive As the Budget looms at the end of November, the voice across all sectors is united and clear: there can be no more tax […]
David Stalker named Chair of ukactive and Melinda Nicci joins Board

David Stalker has been announced as the new Chair of ukactive today (6 October) and Melinda Nicci has joined the Board of Directors as its new Digital Lead. David is […]
Millions set to get active as the nation celebrates National Fitness Day

Thousands of free activities to celebrate National Fitness Day will take place at gyms, pools, leisure centres, schools, sports clubs, parks and workplaces across the UK today (Wednesday 24 September). […]
National Fitness Day: an opportunity for Government to acknowledge the nation’s workplace sickness crisis

By Huw Edwards, CEO of ukactive National Fitness Day, taking place tomorrow, Wednesday 24 September, is the country’s biggest celebration of how physical activity helps our physical, mental and social […]
72% of people with mental health conditions surveyed say exercise helps them stay in work – yet only 16% feel able to meet recommended physical activity guidelines

Nearly three quarters (72%) of adults surveyed with a mental health condition say being physically active has helped them to stay well and be less likely to be off work […]
Why are corporate wellness partnerships important for fitness and leisure businesses?

In this blog from ukactive Strategic Partner, Wellhub, Jas Genesis, Fitness Partners Director, shares how corporate wellness partnerships can help fitness and leisure providers grow their business. The UK’s physical […]