Children in England ‘face barriers to outdoor play due to poor planning’
The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Cities and Health, found that children in England's cities face obstacles to outdoor play due to urban planning that prioritizes housing development over the creation of parks and play spaces. The research suggests that "fragmented" policies and financial constraints have led local councils to focus on approving new housing rather than ensuring the availability of outdoor play areas. This has resulted in a lack of green spaces and recreational facilities for children in many urban areas. The findings highlight the need for better coordination between housing and urban planning policies to ensure that the needs of children, particularly in terms of access to outdoor play, are adequately addressed in the development of cities across England.
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