Department of Health (DoH)
Playing Out: A Public Health Perspective
A blog by Viv Bennet
Publication date: November 2014
Ranking: essential
Describes new initiative by DoH to, “…reactivate street play in communities up and
down the country. This builds on a Playing Out project pioneered in Bristol to support
local residents close their street for up to 
two to three hours at regular intervals.”
Blog gives details of supporting reports (eg Chief Medical Officer 2012) and links to key
websites and examples.
How to view the blog
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How to obtain a copy in alternative format or language
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Public Enquiries Unit
Department of Health
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