Possible Cash Boost for Sports Clubs

Forres’ sport clubs could be in line to receive Scottish Government funding thanks to an initiative launched by First Minister Alex Salmond.

Mr Salmond said £4 million would be available for clubs to access to improve sports facilities in communities across Scotland.

At the announcement in Fort William yesterday he sad the money would be available over the next four years.

"The Scottish Government takes sport and physical activity seriously," he said. "We are committed to improving facilities for communities across Scotland, and we want everyone to be able to access quality sports amenities in their local area."

The Government has announced plans to create 100 sports hubs around the nation in time for 2014 when Scotland will host both the Commonwealth Games and the Ryder Cup.

Projects with a value of up to £100,000 will be available to community groups and sports clubs to upgrade and improve facilities.