Stoke-on-trent sport and physical activity strategy 2009-2016

71. In response, the approaches adopted by the Strategy include:• Networks of facilities which are the most efficient in meeting communityneeds;• Co-location and dual use of facilities wherever possible – to maximise useand minimise costs – particularly in relation to school based facilities andcommunity centres;• Facilities proposals which meet the current and anticipated needs of thepopulation, as it changes over time;• Focus on facilities which provide the greatest opportunities for activeparticipation by the greatest number of people (at least cost);• Prioritised facility lists which can be used to guide investment;• Focus on green spaces and the opportunities they offer for free or cheapactivity.72. However, it is extremely difficult to forecast the real impact of the currentchanging economic situation, and the proposals contained within the strategywill therefore need to be kept under close review over the next few years.The impact on clubs is perhaps one of the most difficult to forecast,particularly those which are independent, for example the rugby clubs.Nortoft Partnerships Ltd <strong>Stoke</strong>-on-Trent Page | 55Sport & Physical Activity Strategy 2009 – 2016October 2009