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House of Commons news

NHS England – the body responsible for delivering public sector health care in England – is
Jubilee Hall Trust has confirmed that it will be giving up the lease of the
Spa, beauty and salon businesses in the personal care sector in England will all receive
UK Health clubs, gyms, hotels, pubs and other leisure businesses will all receive a 50
It is unlikely that the UK will see a Work Out to Help Out scheme
The UK parliament will today (22 March) debate the merits of a Work Out to
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Industry body, ukactive, is encouraging all fitness operators in England to contact their local MP
Fitness leaders in the UK have welcomed news that everywhere but Liverpool is currently allowed
The hospitality and attractions sectors will benefit from a temporary cut to VAT as part
The UK's fitness industry can finally get back to business on Saturday 25 July, following
Momentum is gathering pace in the push for a U-turn on the government's decision to
Pubs are to open before gyms, to the bitter disappointment of the health and fitness
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Business rates in England will be abolished for one year for firms in the leisure
Nicky Morgan has been reappointed culture secretary, despite having retired from the House of Commons
Physical activity bodies ukactive and EuropeActive have agreed to strengthen their partnership in the event
The keeping of whales, dolphins and porpoises for entertainment – as well as the breeding,
Scottish Secretary David Mundell has met with Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) chief executive Scott Lloyd
Arts Council England (ACE) has published a new guide to help arts and cultural organisations
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As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
UKinbound has publicly backed the government's much-maligned Brexit deal, saying that it would offer some
The Crown Estate, a London-based commercial real estate company, has partnered with Westminster City Council
Former House of Commons deputy leader Michael Ellis has been named parliamentary undersecretary for arts,
Tourism minister John Glen is the latest mover in British prime minister Theresa May’s cabinet
Employment contracts for PTs working in the health and fitness sector are under the spotlight
ukactive chair Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson has pledged that the voice of the physical activity sector
Leisure operator Everyone Active has been recognised at an awards ceremony for its work in
UPDATE: David Edmonds, the chair of Olympic Stadium operators the London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC),
Politicians have come out in support of golf following a University of Edinburgh report which
Tom Pursglove, MP for Corby and East Northamptonshire, has been recognised as the Grassroots Parliamentarian
British Rowing has given its backing to the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) which has been
John Whittingdale – the secretary of state for Culture, Media and Sport – is one
David Evennett, the Conservative MP, has officially taken over from Tracey Crouch as the sports
Sports minister Tracey Crouch has highlighted the importance of technology and apps in trying to
David Evennett, the Conservative MP for Bexleyheath and Crayford, will pick up Tracey Crouch’s ministerial
A public consultation has been launched to mark the start of a new strategy for
ukactive chair Tanni Grey-Thompson has called on MPs to help turn the tide of physical
John Whittingdale, the former chair of the House of Commons culture committee, has today (11
Several physical activity organisations are among the nominees for the 2014 Body Confidence Awards –
Girls are being put off sport by PE lessons and must be offered more "imaginative"
The UK tourism industry has grown by £7m per day for the last three years,
The YMCA is seeking support from both the Government and employers in order to offer
12,300
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Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
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Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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Research
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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Insight
Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry reports
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Talking point
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
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Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Show preview
Welcome to Elevate 2026
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As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
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Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
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If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
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HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
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For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
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Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
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With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
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Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
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Featured press releases
GLL press release: GLL joins National Year of Reading as research reveals books beat social media for post-exercise recovery
GLL, the charitable social enterprise operating Libraries and Leisure Centres across the UK, has today (9 June 2026) announced that it will be supporting the National Year of Reading as a major campaign partner alongside national organisations, including BBC Sport, Audible, DC Thomson and Tesco.
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Ironbound. Turning an empty underground space into a thriving functional fitness facility
When brothers Patrick and Kevin first approached BLK BOX, they had a vision and an unusual space. Beneath a building in Embrach, Switzerland, sat an underground facility with huge potential. What it needed was the right layout, the right equipment, and a partner who understood functional fitness.
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House of Commons news

NHS England – the body responsible for delivering public sector health care in England – is
Jubilee Hall Trust has confirmed that it will be giving up the lease of the
Spa, beauty and salon businesses in the personal care sector in England will all receive
UK Health clubs, gyms, hotels, pubs and other leisure businesses will all receive a 50
It is unlikely that the UK will see a Work Out to Help Out scheme
The UK parliament will today (22 March) debate the merits of a Work Out to
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Industry body, ukactive, is encouraging all fitness operators in England to contact their local MP
Fitness leaders in the UK have welcomed news that everywhere but Liverpool is currently allowed
The hospitality and attractions sectors will benefit from a temporary cut to VAT as part
The UK's fitness industry can finally get back to business on Saturday 25 July, following
Momentum is gathering pace in the push for a U-turn on the government's decision to
Pubs are to open before gyms, to the bitter disappointment of the health and fitness
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Business rates in England will be abolished for one year for firms in the leisure
Nicky Morgan has been reappointed culture secretary, despite having retired from the House of Commons
Physical activity bodies ukactive and EuropeActive have agreed to strengthen their partnership in the event
The keeping of whales, dolphins and porpoises for entertainment – as well as the breeding,
Scottish Secretary David Mundell has met with Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) chief executive Scott Lloyd
Arts Council England (ACE) has published a new guide to help arts and cultural organisations
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
UKinbound has publicly backed the government's much-maligned Brexit deal, saying that it would offer some
The Crown Estate, a London-based commercial real estate company, has partnered with Westminster City Council
Former House of Commons deputy leader Michael Ellis has been named parliamentary undersecretary for arts,
Tourism minister John Glen is the latest mover in British prime minister Theresa May’s cabinet
Employment contracts for PTs working in the health and fitness sector are under the spotlight
ukactive chair Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson has pledged that the voice of the physical activity sector
Leisure operator Everyone Active has been recognised at an awards ceremony for its work in
UPDATE: David Edmonds, the chair of Olympic Stadium operators the London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC),
Politicians have come out in support of golf following a University of Edinburgh report which
Tom Pursglove, MP for Corby and East Northamptonshire, has been recognised as the Grassroots Parliamentarian
British Rowing has given its backing to the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) which has been
John Whittingdale – the secretary of state for Culture, Media and Sport – is one
David Evennett, the Conservative MP, has officially taken over from Tracey Crouch as the sports
Sports minister Tracey Crouch has highlighted the importance of technology and apps in trying to
David Evennett, the Conservative MP for Bexleyheath and Crayford, will pick up Tracey Crouch’s ministerial
A public consultation has been launched to mark the start of a new strategy for
ukactive chair Tanni Grey-Thompson has called on MPs to help turn the tide of physical
John Whittingdale, the former chair of the House of Commons culture committee, has today (11
Several physical activity organisations are among the nominees for the 2014 Body Confidence Awards –
Girls are being put off sport by PE lessons and must be offered more "imaginative"
The UK tourism industry has grown by £7m per day for the last three years,
The YMCA is seeking support from both the Government and employers in order to offer
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
HCM magazine
Opinion
promotion
Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
Company profiles
Company profile: Sprung Gym Flooring
Sprung Gym Flooring a trusted brand who specialise in high-performance, durable, non-slip rubber gym flooring, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: IndigoFitness
IndigoFitness creates bespoke training spaces for commercial, education, public-sector, and specialist clients including the MoD ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
GLL press release: GLL joins National Year of Reading as research reveals books beat social media for post-exercise recovery
GLL, the charitable social enterprise operating Libraries and Leisure Centres across the UK, has today (9 June 2026) announced that it will be supporting the National Year of Reading as a major campaign partner alongside national organisations, including BBC Sport, Audible, DC Thomson and Tesco.
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Ironbound. Turning an empty underground space into a thriving functional fitness facility
When brothers Patrick and Kevin first approached BLK BOX, they had a vision and an unusual space. Beneath a building in Embrach, Switzerland, sat an underground facility with huge potential. What it needed was the right layout, the right equipment, and a partner who understood functional fitness.
Directory
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
13-13 Jun 2026
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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