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Research into play is very much alive and kicking - and will have an effect on funding plans. Miranda Walker finds out what is happening around the country It is said that 'He who questions nothing, learns nothing'. Luckily, there are play researchers out there looking for answers, but how is this significant to playworkers in the field? Helen Masey, SkillsActive research officer, explains, 'Research into play and playwork helps us to know more about how and why play is important. It can inform and improve the way we work with children, and raise the profile of play. Research informs those in national and local government who make decisions about funding, standards, training and services, and can make a big difference to the way play provision is arranged and supported.' So, what kind of research is being carried out?

It is said that 'He who questions nothing, learns nothing'. Luckily, there are play researchers out there looking for answers, but how is this significant to playworkers in the field? Helen Masey, SkillsActive research officer, explains, 'Research into play and playwork helps us to know more about how and why play is important. It can inform and improve the way we work with children, and raise the profile of play. Research informs those in national and local government who make decisions about funding, standards, training and services, and can make a big difference to the way play provision is arranged and supported.' So, what kind of research is being carried out?

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