Outdoor Playspace Survey

As part of the evidence gathering process we are required to submit to the Scottish Government a Play Sufficiency Assessment. This requires an assessment to be undertaken which looks at whether there is a sufficient level of formal and informal play spaces for children across our communities. A key part of undertaking this assessment is hearing the views of Orkney’s young people (age 0-18) and their carers. We ran a survey aimed at Orkney’s young people from May to September 2024.  By gathering this information, we can look at what opportunities there may be to improve Orkney’s play/hang out areas in our communities and make sure there is something for everyone. It will also inform the policy approach to protecting play spaces in the new Local Development Plan and help highlight where improvements are needed.

The results of this survey are currently being assessed and report will be prepared in due course.