UK government to inject $1.2B into sports for hosting major events and upgrading facilities
- The UK government will invest over £900 million in major sporting events and grassroots sports, as announced by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport .
- Key events benefiting from the funding include Euro 2028 and the women’s Rugby World Cup, which are expected to generate socio-economic value of up to £2.4 billion.
- At least £400 million will be allocated to create new and upgrade grassroots sport facilities, aiming to boost regional prosperity and create jobs, according to the DCMS.
- Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy stated that this significant backing for world-class events will drive economic growth and unite communities.
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LONDON (AP) — British sport will receive an injection of more than 900 million pounds ($1.2 billion) from the government to help organize major events, including the European Championship and the kickoff…

UK government to inject $1.2B into sports for hosting major events and upgrading facilities
LONDON (AP) — British sport is getting a cash injection of more than 900 million pounds ($1.2 billion) from the government to help with the staging of big events such
UK Government to Inject $1.2B into Sports for Hosting Major Events and Upgrading Facilities
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British sports get $1.2B from government to help host major events
LONDON (AP) — British sport is getting a cash injection of more than 900 million pounds ($1.2 billion) from the government to help with the staging of big events such as the men’s European Championship soccer tournament and Grand Departs…

Major sporting events and grassroots sport to receive £900 million funding
At least £400 million will also be invested in new and upgraded grassroots sport facilities.
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