That this House notes the important contribution of hockey clubs to health and wellbeing; further notes with over 600 competitive players across three Chichester hockey clubs, that this sport contributes to youth development, encourages activity for all ages and creates a sense of belonging for many in the community; recognises that 3G pitches, although favourable to football and rugby, create unsuitable conditions for competitive hockey; expresses concern that as astroturf pitches reach the end of their lifespan, they are increasingly being replaced with 3G pitches, seeing the number of available hockey facilities shrink rapidly; and calls for the Government to work with governing bodies to protect hockey pitch provision and review financial support available to grassroot hockey clubs.
