As an inclusivity champion for construction company Wates, Will Bayley discusses the real power of public leisure facilities in helping people and communities come together and break barriers through sport.

Wates has been appointed as the design and construction partner for the new Aquatics Centre in Smethwick for Sandwell Council.

Wates has planted 100 sapling trees by the new Braywick Park Leisure Centre in order to offset carbon emissions generated during the centre’s construction.

Wates has picked up a prestigious industry award in recognition of its work on corporate social responsibility at Twycross Zoo.

Leisure centres are proving increasingly important community hubs for towns and cities across the country.