Early day motion · EDM 2106 · 19 Jul 2011

EVERY CHILD OUTDOORS CAMPAIGN

Tabled by Mr Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat) 30 signatures

The motion

That this House recognises the importance of children having regular contact with the natural environment; congratulates the RSPB for its Every Child Outdoors research, which highlights the educational benefits, environmental benefits and physical and behavioural benefits for children of learning outdoors; commends the Living Classrooms programme at Ynys-hir Nature Reserve in Ceredigion, which gives children the opportunity to learn about different species and habitats; and calls on the Government to ensure that learning outdoors is part of every child's education.

Source: the official Early Day Motions database.