Sports stars fear disappearance of playing fields amid reforms

Top sports stars and governing bodies in the UK, including Jill Scott, Mo Farah, and the heads of major sports organizations, fear losing playing fields due to proposed planning reforms. The government is considering removing statutory protections for these spaces to expedite home building, risking the loss of crucial sports facilities. A petition supported by various sports bodies urges the government to retain protections for playing fields to ensure grassroots sports continue to thrive.