RESOLVED:

That Merton’s Playing Pitch Strategy (2019), which will form part of the evidence base for the Council’s new Local Development Plan, be adopted.

The Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Housing and Transport presented the report which set out a draft strategy for current and future provision of playing pitches in Merton and would form part of the evidence base for the Council’s new Local Development Plan.  The Cabinet Member again placed on record his thanks to the Borough Plan Advisory Committee for looking at the strategy and considering the timetable.

The Cabinet Member for Commerce, Leisure and Culture thanked all those involved for their work on the report.  She welcomed the opportunity to work in partnership with bodies such as Sport England and the ability to provide open space for residents.

RESOLVED:

That Merton’s Playing Pitch Strategy (2019), which will form part of the evidence base for the Council’s new Local Development Plan, be adopted.