Nationally

Government has a massive role to play in changing things so children can play out – and we and others have set out what they need to do.

Play streets and other resident-led actions are having positive impact for children and communities around the UK. They also show what children want and need every day: more time and space to play outside together near home; safer streets and doorstep space; more connected communities where they feel safe and welcome.

Creating these conditions on a more permanent basis could transform children’s lives, health, wellbeing and social development. Councils and national government have a big part to play in making this happen – and we can all call for them to do this.

Explore our manifesto and the campaigning and national policy recommendations and reports that have come out of this.