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inside this issue november2017


07 News Work begins on a £28m sports building at Solent University and JD Gyms embarks on a £2m refurbishment of new site in Derby


12 Project profile: National Sports Training Centre Inverclyde An inclusive residential sports centre for all


17 Comment: A plan for action Are we doing enough to promote activity as a solution to childhood obesity?


19 Research: Leisure centre insight Unprecedented insight into how people are using leisure centres


23 Opinion: Why are fewer people swimming? Industry professionals give their views on how we can reverse the decline in swimming


27 Event review: Physical Activity Facilities Forum Thought-provoking presentations and valuable networking for professionals working in sport, play, recreation and leisure


30 International news: with IAKS One of Europe’s largest skateparks for the country which once outlawed the sport


33 API comment The API welcomes the launch of the Parks Action Group


35 Active play: Hounslow’s healthy playgrounds Investing in design-led play spaces to get local families active


38 Event preview: SPATEX 2018 The UK’s dedicated water leisure exhibition


40 SAPCA comment The latest code of practice to help communities get the best from their tennis courts


41 Product gallery The latest products and services for physical activity facilities


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