We are lucky to have so many play areas in Mid Sussex, the Council manages 123 formal play areas and whilst these were all closed in the first lockdown, the largest play areas were reopened in the autumn and with suitable modifications where needed there has been no issues with their operation.  With the current lockdown and home schooling we all appreciate having somewhere local to exercise, and for our children to play.  However, 66 Council operated local play areas are still closed and there has been no further progress in reopening these, with the Council claiming the cost of enhanced cleaning as a barrier.  Yet most of these play areas have no more risk factors than the larger sites and are often those most conveniently situated for children to play.  I think its time the Council reopened them and have asked what this would cost as it needs to be a higher priority.