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Message from our Chief Executive on Government’s Overhaul of the Planning System
The announcement by the Government on 10th March to remove Sport England as a statutory consultee on planning applications that impact on playing fields as part of its overhaul of the planning system, is a cause of great concern for the current and future physical, mental and social health of the nation.
LPFF finds home for Harry Kane statue
On 18th November 2024, the day after he scored his 69th England goal versus Ireland at Wembley, Harry Kane unveiled a specially commissioned statue at Peter May Sports Centre.
Redbridge Council revoke decision on Oakfield Playing Field
We were delighted that Redbridge Council announced on 23rd January that they would not be pursuing the decision made at Cabinet on 19th October 2023 regarding entering into negotiations with West Ham United for a lease at Oakfield Playing Fields and will recommence the process afresh.
Maggie Alphonsi MBE Becomes a Vice President
Former England rugby player Maggie Alphonsi MBE becomes a Vice President of LPFF.
Coping Through Football Supports Heads Up
Coping Through Football, an LPFF project, was honoured to be invited to take part in the launch of a new campaign ‘Heads Up’ at Wembley Stadium on 15th May.
