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After the latest Ryder Cup victory, the national golf association is calling on UK authorities to support its bid to stage the Solheim Cup on English soil for the very first occasion.

This renowned competition between the best female golfers of Europe and the United States has taken place on two occasions in Scotland and in Wales but never on English territory. A bid has been prepared to stage it at The Grove in Hertfordshire in 2030.

But coordinators require £30m to finance the bid and at present only £10m has been secured. England Golf is requesting government funding to underwrite the remaining amount.

Funding Requirements and Timeline

Discussions to acquire Treasury backing started in early spring but a decision on whether backing will be granted is required quickly. The hosting rights for the 2030 event are owned by IMG who require a resolution before month's end.

According to the official documentation, the organizing committee believes that securing the event "offers substantial returns to the nation".

Leadership Perspective

"We are convinced currently it's fitting that this prestigious event should be hosted on English soil," declared the CEO of England Golf.

He further stated: "England has developed so many players over time and continue to do so, whether it's Charley Hull, national team members, or rising stars."

Financial Benefits and Impact

Concerning the advantages to public finance, the spokesperson noted: "Recent events show the type of effect that premier competitions can have regarding not just local economies."

He expanded: "This is definitely what we anticipate can happen from a Solheim Cup perspective, including the investment that would occur in and around the tournament including job creation."

• Economic benefits for communities
• Work opportunities
• Tourism increase
• Increased golf engagement

Gender Equality Dimension

"Female athletics is exactly bang on we should be focusing at present, ensuring that we make sport the most equitable opportunity for men and women," he stressed.

"We have witnessed how the Ryder Cup benefits golf. We have observed what the Ryder Cup impacts men's golf."

Venue Information

The proposed location is situated close to London and is perfectly located to draw fans from Greater London.

The venue has previously hosted a World Golf Championships tournament and offers accommodation options suitable for the standards for hosting a competition of this caliber.

Funding Details

To organize a Ryder Cup in Europe needs over four hundred million pounds but for the Solheim Cup the requirement is about £30m.

"We're looking for circa £20m from the government to support the bid," the spokesperson declared.

"And that's supplementing already a significant investment from both venue and ourselves as well as additional sponsors we intend to put money in."

Urgent Timeline

The executive would not state that discussions are at a standstill, but admitted: "There is definitely a quandary presently with regards to whether or not the government can finance events like this."

"They have shown, from from a world athletics perspective, or from the women's rugby perspective, that they are prepared to put their hands in their pocket for specific tournaments."

"I think if we obtain a positive answer within the next month, we would be able to secure the tournament for England."

He summarized: "I don't have the funding currently; our proposal doesn't move forward. This could alter quickly if I got support, yet the deadline remains time-sensitive."

Government Position

Previous policy statements during the campaign stated commitment to organizing premier competitions while pursuing additional chances to encourage the next generation of players while promoting physical activity and wellness.

After requests for a statement, an official for the Department of Media, Culture and Sport stated: "The UK maintains international standing for hosting major sporting events and we intend to maintain this."

"Organizing competitions within the country inspires people, increases engagement and boosts community prosperity."

"We have an impressive schedule of events over the coming years, such as women's sports two years from now up to backing proposals to organize the Fifa Women's World Cup in 2035."

"Funding for hosting attempts will consider a range of criteria particularly how effectively they generate community and financial advantages for Britain."