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Motion · S6M-17025 · 31 Mar 2025

Sportscotland Sports Facilities Funding in Aberdeen Donside

Lodged by Jackie Dunbar (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 19 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament welcomes the recent announcement regarding sportscotland Sports Facilities funding in Aberdeen Donside; understands that Sport Aberdeen was successfully awarded £26,474 towards new tennis court floodlights at the Northfield Outdoor Sports Centre, which will see floodlights installed to cover three courts and will allow for the courts to continue to be used throughout the winter period; notes that Sport Aberdeen is aiming to create a high-quality sport and physical activity hub for the local community and that, since the refurbishment of the courts, there has been an increase in the number of bookings received for the courts; further notes that the addition of new floodlights will allow for increased access, giving even more individuals the opportunity to play tennis on the courts; understands that the LTA estimates that, by having floodlights at courts, it adds 35% more playing time and can increase activity by up to 50%; further understands that, since 2004, sportscotland has invested over £227 million of Scottish Government and National Lottery funding to help sports clubs, community groups, local authorities, sports governing bodies and other organisations to deliver new and upgraded sporting facilities across Scotland; commends Sport Aberdeen on its successful application, and wishes it all the best going forward. 

Supporters (19)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.