A research library of key reports on the sports and physical activity sector from a variety of sources.
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A joint response (Swim Ireland and Ireland Active) on a National Swimming Strategy as part of the National Sports Policy Framework Public Consultation Paper submitted to the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport.
Insight Into Action: The Lessons From The Doorstep Sport Club Programme 2013-17
Mon, 18 Sep 2017
Street Games
The Doorstep Sport Club (DSC) Programme investigated the issue of inactivity in deprived and underfunded areas across the United Kingdom, offering immediate and long-term solutions.
This Commons Library briefing paper provides more information on the policies outlined in the Coalition Government's approach to school sport and related and subsequent developments in the provision of PE and sport in schools.
An independent review led by Baroness Grey-Thompson into welfare and well-being in sport. It sets out a list of themes and recommendations that aim to look after people at the very heart of our sector – the people who take part and volunteer.
The economic cost of physical inactivity in young people.
Press Release: New WHO Analysis Shows Alarming Rates Of Overweight Children
Tue, 25 Feb 2014
World Health Organisation
This press release from the WHO draws attention to changing perceptions of what is viewed as normal with regards to the levels of obesity across Europe. Using the various country reports, it refers on evidence from the country reports produced to generate awareness of the 'obesity epidemic' infecting...