1. The transfer of public leisure facilities towards volunteer delivery
CIMPSA’s role in supporting the sector

2. CIMSPA’s View
Asset transfer is happening - we need to engage with this agenda and provide leadership and support to the sector
More research into the current and future provision
Identify models of good practice in order to provide clear advice and guidance to government, local authorities and volunteer groups to ensure there is no drop in standards and any transfer is sustainable
Development of an “offer” for around asset transfer

3. What could the offer look like
Initial advice / feasibility of asset transfer
Training for local authority staff on engagement with volunteers
Training packages for volunteers on essential skills
Mentoring / Buddying from CIMSPA members
Development of an asset transfer community

4. Next Steps Asset transfer has been included in CIMSPA new 5 year plan
Currently in discussions with Sport England on accessing funding to support this area of work
Roll out of the research programme from April 2015