The petition of residents of the constituency of Beckenham and Penge,
Declares that the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre is a nationally significant sporting and community facility; further declares that plans have been submitted to transform the site, including refurbishment of the Grade II listed building, a revamped Olympic-sized pool and athletics stadium and new multi-sport and parasport facilities; and further declares that this transformation would benefit residents of Beckenham and Penge for generations to come.
The petitioners therefore request that the House of Commons urges the Government to work with the Mayor of London and other relevant partners to support the delivery of the transformation of the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre.
And the petitioners remain, etc.—[Presented by Liam Conlon, Official Report, 14 July 2026; Vol. 789, c. 902.]
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Observations from the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (Stephanie Peacock): This Government recognise the important heritage of this iconic sporting venue, and the immense value it has to local residents and people in the wider south London area. That is why we welcome the recent decision by Bromley council to approve the regeneration of this important sporting hub.
The Government are committed to ensuring that everyone, regardless of background, should have access to and benefit from quality sport and physical activity facilities, which are great spaces for people of all ages to stay fit and healthy and play an important role within communities.
The responsibility for this venue lies with the Greater London Authority. That said, the Government are committed to supporting the provision of grassroots sports facilities and to working with local leaders to understand what communities need and welcomes the commitment to renovate this facility.