1. Purpose of the report and policy context

1.1 To receive any petitions submitted directly to Democratic Services or any e-Petition submitted via the council’s website.

2. Recommendations

2.1 That Cabinet note the petition.

3. Context and background information

3.1 To receive the following petition signed by XX people at the time of publication:

(1) Basketball Hoop in Queen’s Park

We the undersigned petition Brighton & Hove Council to install a basketball board and hoop in Queens Park. This simple addition would encourage healthy, active lifestyles, provide a free and accessible outlet for young people, and enhance the sense of community in the area. Parks are most valuable when they offer a range of activities for all ages, and a basketball hoop would be a popular, low-cost improvement. We hope the council will consider this request and work with local residents to bring it to life.

Installing a basketball hoop would offer a great opportunity for people of all ages- especially young people- to stay active, socialise, and enjoy the outdoors.

The park already has good footfall, and a hoop would be a low-cost addition with a high impact. I believe it would be well-used and appreciated by the community.