Children in England growing up 'sedentary, scrolling and alone', say experts

10 months ago

Children in England are growing up sedentary, scrolling on phones, and alone due to a decline in play.
Experts recommend banning 'no ball games' signs, raising the digital age of consent to 16, and restoring play in education.
A £125m annual funding is urged for a national play strategy to address the issue.
Lack of safe outdoor spaces and the decline of youth clubs contribute to less playtime.
Children report limited, costly, or removed play spaces and insufficient playtime during school.
Finland's approach integrates play throughout the school day, with frequent breaks enhancing attentiveness.
The UK government acknowledges the importance of play and nature for children's development.

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