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Extracurricular Activities

Asked by Marie GoldmanLiberal DemocratDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 19 May 2025UIN 51553

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she has made an assessment of the potential impact of airfields evicting gliding clubs on the extra-curricular opportunities for young people.

Answered by Mike Kane

The aviation sector, including Gliding, offers many unique opportunities and experiences for young people, supporting their development and helping to provide pathways to exciting new careers.

We continue to work with industry, associations and other partners to encourage young people to explore what the sector has to offer.

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