London 2012's groundbreaking work on inclusion and health should not go to waste, warns independent Commission

The Commission for a Sustainable London 2012, the independent body established to assure and monitor the sustainability of the London 2012 Games, has today published a review of the approach to inclusion and healthy living across the Olympic programme.

The review, titled Fit for purpose? examines London 2012's ambitious commitments to healthy living and inclusion. 'Inclusion' covers a range of socio-economic issues such as employment and housing.

The Commission summarises its findings in the review by stating that the level of commitment to healthy living and inclusion is unprecedented. To many people, it may seem obvious that staging the Olympic and Paralympic Games would herald a new era of sports participation, physical fitness and improved health. However, the evidence from past Games reveals that these links are not at all obvious and certainly not automatic. This has not deterred London 2012 nor the many agencies involved in delivering the healthy living programmes outlined in the review. As a consequence, achievements in this area should be truly groundbreaking. 

For the full press release and to download a copy of the report, please click here.

Copyright: Commission for a Sustainable London 2012 (2011)

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