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Labour Party news

With the UK General Election imminent, industry strategist, Martyn Allison, says it’s time for the
The Labour Party has accused the Conservatives of slashing grassroots sport funding by nearly half
David Lloyd Clubs has enrolled former Labour Party deputy leader Tom Watson to help raise
A parliamentary report is calling for a £3bn intervention fund to build back better health
Representatives from the three main political parties have backed the view that physical activity has
The physical activity sector has called for the UK's party leaders to commit to improving
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
A Labour Government of the future would put wellbeing at the heart of all future
For the sake of family members at risk of losing loved ones, and for the
Latest figures from the County Council Network (CCN), which represents all county councils in England,
The debate over whether safe standing areas should be allowed in English top flight football
Andy Burnham, mayor of Manchester and former Labour Party leadership hopeful, has thrown his weight
Sporting Future, the first piece of major sports policy in over a decade, will be
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Tristram Hunt – Labour MP for Stoke-on-Trent Central – is to step down from his
Sports minister Tracey Crouch has highlighted the importance of technology and apps in trying to
Chancellor George Osborne’s plans to give local councils new powers over business rates could leave
Author and former Labour party aide Alastair Campbell will be among the keynote speakers at
England should take a stand against FIFA corruption and military aggression in Russia by boycotting
Luton Town Football Club (LTFC) is close to securing a site for its planned new
After four years away from the health and fitness industry, Leisure Opportunities can exclusively reveal
The release of the Active People Survey (ASP) last week has damaged the cross-party support
The 'Fighting Fitter' campaign, which provides members of the armed forces with discounts at health
Chancellor George Osborne has announced that grassroots sport, arts and museums will have to undergo
Recent figures have shown that more than a third of teachers have reported that there
Shadow Olympics minister Tessa Jowell has called for cross-party consensus to ensure a lasting legacy
The coalition government is considering shutting down the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS),
Scottish health secretary Nicola Sturgeon has revealed that the proposed minimum price per unit of
Plans for a second runway at Stansted Airport, Essex, are unlikely to go ahead if
The Scottish National Party (SNP) has come under fire from the Scottish Labour party after
London mayor Boris Johnson has rejected claims made by culture secretary Ben Bradshaw that he
The government's decision to put an end to the "rainwater tax" system of charging sports
Nine historic sites in London's East End have been awarded Grade II-listed status by culture
The FIA Vanguard Council was host to a Westminster dinner on 3 December, at which
As previously reported, Andy Burnham has replaced James Purnell as culture secretary, after the latter
On members’ behalf, ISPAL is monitoring the Party leaders’ statements at the three main conferences
Prime Minister Gordon Brown announced a new Cabinet team based on “all change”. Who are
The significant political changes taking place during the upcoming year could create uncertainty for business
Since the introduction of WorkChoices on 27 March this year, there have been some further
Following the July launch of the findings from its Sector Skills Agreement (SSA) in England,
SkillsActive has launched the findings of its Sector Skills Agreement (SSA), following months of consultation
SkillsActive, the Sector Skills Council (SSC) for the active leisure and learning sector, has submitted
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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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Interview
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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Talking point
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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Editor's letter
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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Opinion
Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
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Strength
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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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Editor's letter
After decades of focusing on adult audiences, operators are starting to engage young people – unlocking growth opportunities while supporting the health and wellbeing of future generations
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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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Shaping the future of the sector with a clear mission, unified voice and open channels of communication. This is the ambition of UK Active’s new chair
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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
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Labour Party news

With the UK General Election imminent, industry strategist, Martyn Allison, says it’s time for the
The Labour Party has accused the Conservatives of slashing grassroots sport funding by nearly half
David Lloyd Clubs has enrolled former Labour Party deputy leader Tom Watson to help raise
A parliamentary report is calling for a £3bn intervention fund to build back better health
Representatives from the three main political parties have backed the view that physical activity has
The physical activity sector has called for the UK's party leaders to commit to improving
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
A Labour Government of the future would put wellbeing at the heart of all future
For the sake of family members at risk of losing loved ones, and for the
Latest figures from the County Council Network (CCN), which represents all county councils in England,
The debate over whether safe standing areas should be allowed in English top flight football
Andy Burnham, mayor of Manchester and former Labour Party leadership hopeful, has thrown his weight
Sporting Future, the first piece of major sports policy in over a decade, will be
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Tristram Hunt – Labour MP for Stoke-on-Trent Central – is to step down from his
Sports minister Tracey Crouch has highlighted the importance of technology and apps in trying to
Chancellor George Osborne’s plans to give local councils new powers over business rates could leave
Author and former Labour party aide Alastair Campbell will be among the keynote speakers at
England should take a stand against FIFA corruption and military aggression in Russia by boycotting
Luton Town Football Club (LTFC) is close to securing a site for its planned new
After four years away from the health and fitness industry, Leisure Opportunities can exclusively reveal
The release of the Active People Survey (ASP) last week has damaged the cross-party support
The 'Fighting Fitter' campaign, which provides members of the armed forces with discounts at health
Chancellor George Osborne has announced that grassroots sport, arts and museums will have to undergo
Recent figures have shown that more than a third of teachers have reported that there
Shadow Olympics minister Tessa Jowell has called for cross-party consensus to ensure a lasting legacy
The coalition government is considering shutting down the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS),
Scottish health secretary Nicola Sturgeon has revealed that the proposed minimum price per unit of
Plans for a second runway at Stansted Airport, Essex, are unlikely to go ahead if
The Scottish National Party (SNP) has come under fire from the Scottish Labour party after
London mayor Boris Johnson has rejected claims made by culture secretary Ben Bradshaw that he
The government's decision to put an end to the "rainwater tax" system of charging sports
Nine historic sites in London's East End have been awarded Grade II-listed status by culture
The FIA Vanguard Council was host to a Westminster dinner on 3 December, at which
As previously reported, Andy Burnham has replaced James Purnell as culture secretary, after the latter
On members’ behalf, ISPAL is monitoring the Party leaders’ statements at the three main conferences
Prime Minister Gordon Brown announced a new Cabinet team based on “all change”. Who are
The significant political changes taking place during the upcoming year could create uncertainty for business
Since the introduction of WorkChoices on 27 March this year, there have been some further
Following the July launch of the findings from its Sector Skills Agreement (SSA) in England,
SkillsActive has launched the findings of its Sector Skills Agreement (SSA), following months of consultation
SkillsActive, the Sector Skills Council (SSC) for the active leisure and learning sector, has submitted
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HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
Shaping the future of the sector with a clear mission, unified voice and open channels of communication. This is the ambition of UK Active’s new chair
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
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: Legends never die: four legends, four philosophies of life
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage of RiminiWellness 2026: Phil Heath, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman and Hany Rambod.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
Company profiles
Company profile: Kemitron GmbH
Kemitron is a German family-owned company specialising in the development and manufacture of high-quality products ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Matrix Fitness
Matrix provides equipment to facilities in all market sectors including private health clubs, residential housing, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Fitbench press release: Fitbench unlocks the power of every square metre with Fitrack
Fitbench, the commercial fitness equipment company known for simplifying training spaces and removing barriers to exercise, today announces the launch of Fitrack, a multi-person, multifunctional training system that transforms underutilised gym space into a complete small group training destination.
Featured press releases
Precor Fitness Ltd press release: BH Live partners with Precor, transforming the Mountbatten Leisure Centre Gym
Alongside Precor, BH Live, the registered charity and social enterprise operating sport and leisure facilities across southern England, has completed a major refurbishment of the gym at Mountbatten Leisure Centre in Portsmouth as a part of a £750,000 inve
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Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
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Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
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Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
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06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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