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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Lawrence Ostlere

Euro 2028 gets big cash boost from government

  • The government has announced a £900m investment in British sport for the four-year period from 2025/26 to 2028/29.
  • The funding package includes £500m dedicated to hosting major global sporting events and £400m for developing grassroots sports facilities.
  • Notable events slated for government backing are the 2027 Tour de France, Euro 2028, and the 2026 European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.
  • The investment aims to stimulate economic growth, with Euro 2028 alone anticipated to generate a £2.5bn economic boost across the UK.
  • The grassroots funding will support local sports clubs in building and improving facilities, fostering community participation and developing future athletes.

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