Children suffering due to lack of outdoor play, UK charities warn

Charities call on government to prioritise outside spaces for play as MPs begin inquiry into planning and children’s wellbeing

Children and young people are suffering huge damage to their health and wellbeing from policymakers refusing to prioritise the need for outdoor play, charities have said.

As MPs begin an inquiry into how better planning could enhance the wellbeing of children, the charities said urgent change was needed.