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Following Europe's recent Ryder Cup triumph, England Golf is urging UK authorities to underwrite their proposal to organize the premier women's golf event on English soil for the first time.

This elite competition pitting the top female golfers of Europe and America has been held on two occasions in Scotland and in Wales yet never in England. An official proposal has been assembled to organize it at The Grove within Hertfordshire eight years from now.

However coordinators are seeking thirty million pounds to back the bid and at present only £10m has been secured. England Golf is urgently seeking government funding to cover the remaining amount.

Financial Needs and Timeline

Negotiations to secure Treasury backing started in early spring yet an answer on whether it will be forthcoming is time-sensitive. The hosting rights for the 2030 match are owned by the International Management Group who require a decision before month's end.

As stated in the bid document, England Golf asserts that winning the hosting rights "provides substantial returns for the country".

Leadership Viewpoint

"We are convinced at this moment it's fitting that this prestigious event should take place on English soil," declared the CEO of England Golf.

He added: "England has developed numerous competitors through the years and continue to do so, including Charley Hull, Georgia Hall, or Lottie Woad."

Financial Benefits and Effects

Regarding the returns to the taxpayer, the executive noted: "Recent events show the kind of impact that premier competitions can have with regards to not just local economies."

He expanded: "Undoubtedly what we anticipate will occur from a Solheim Cup perspective, whether it's the investment that would be generated during and surrounding the competition including new positions."

• Economic benefits for communities
• Job creation
• Enhanced tourism
• Increased golf engagement

Gender Equality Dimension

"Female athletics is exactly exactly where we need to be at present, ensuring that we make sport the most equitable opportunity for all athletes," he highlighted.

"We've seen what the Ryder Cup helps golf. We've seen how the Ryder Cup does for men's golf."

Venue Details

The Grove can be found in Hertfordshire and is perfectly located to draw fans from Greater London.

This facility has previously hosted a World Golf Championships tournament and features accommodation options commensurate with the standards to organize a competition of this magnitude.

Financial Breakdown

To stage the men's tournament on European soil would cost more than £400m while for the women's version the requirement is about £30m.

"We require approximately twenty million pounds from the government to guarantee it," the spokesperson confirmed.

"And that's supplementing current financial commitments from The Grove and England Golf including other partners that we'd look to contribute."

Time Sensitivity

The spokesperson would not state that negotiations have stalled, but confirmed: "Undoubtedly there is a dilemma presently concerning whether or not the government can support premier competitions."

"The government has proven, from from a world athletics perspective, or female competitions, that they are ready to provide funding for specific tournaments."

"I believe if we obtain favorable response soon, we would be able to win the hosting rights to come to England."

He concluded: "There is no the money right now; the bid cannot proceed. It could change soon should we receive the thumbs up, but it really is time-sensitive."

Government Stance

Official pre-election commitments during the campaign declared support to delivering premier competitions and seeking fresh possibilities to motivate the next generation of competitors and supporting physical activity and wellness.

Following inquiries for comment, a representative from the relevant ministry said: "Britain has a world-leading reputation in organizing significant competitions and we intend to preserve this status."

"Staging events within the country motivates communities, promotes involvement and enhances community prosperity."

"There exists a robust calendar of events over the coming years, from the Women's T20 World Cup in 2026 through to assisting efforts to organize major tournaments in the future."

"Support for upcoming proposals will be based on various elements such as how well they generate public and economic returns for Britain."