Caerphilly County Borough Council has formally joined the new Gwent Regional Sport Partnership, a collaboration designed to improve how sport and physical activity are delivered across the region.
The partnership brings together Caerphilly, Newport, Blaenau Gwent, Torfaen and Monmouthshire councils, working alongside Sport Wales to increase participation, reduce inequalities and promote healthier, more active lives. Newport City Council will act as the lead authority.
This development follows a national directive from Sport Wales encouraging a shift to regional models of sport governance. Caerphilly’s involvement will ensure continued access to funding that supports a wide range of local initiatives, including free swimming, 60+ active leisure activities and community sports development.
The move also supports Caerphilly’s long-term Sport and Active Recreation Strategy, which aims to help more people become active more often and aligns with the national Vision for Sport in Wales.
Councillor Chris Morgan, Cabinet Member for Leisure, said:
“This is a positive and strategic step forward for Caerphilly. By working as part of the Gwent Regional Sport Partnership, we are building stronger connections with neighbouring councils, Sport Wales and our communities. It means creating better access to sport and physical activity for everyone, regardless of age, background or ability, while also providing more opportunities for our most talented athletes to reach their potential.”
The Gwent partnership is the final regional sport model to be established in Wales. It will help deliver a coordinated and inclusive approach to local sport, making it easier for people across the region to enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle.
