Business of the House

Mims Davies Excerpts

Thursday 26th May 2016 Commons Chamber

[Dr Coffey]

I am sure that the Foreign and Commonwealth Office will have heard the hon. Gentleman’s comments, but as of now there are no plans for such a statement or debate.

[Mims Davies (Eastleigh) (Con)]

The River Hamble games are fast approaching, as is the summer of sport. May we have a debate highlighting the activities of the many brilliant volunteers who keep our community supports clubs alive and keep our after-school activities happening? We need to discuss how we can help them maintain a work-life balance in the light of their contribution to the development of future athletes.

[Dr Coffey]

My hon. Friend makes an important case. I think she should join up with the hon. Member for Halifax (Holly Lynch) and my hon. Friend the Member for Bath (Ben Howlett) to secure a debate on the benefits of sport.