In December 2006 the final baseline estimates on our target to increase the take-up of cultural and sporting opportunities by adults and young people from priority groups (PSA3) were published using data collected from the first year of the Taking Part survey. It is these estimates which will be used to measure whether the target has been achieved. This assessment will take place in late 2008 using data collected from the third year of the survey.

Today the Department publishes a progress report using final data from the second year. The report presents the results of the new data and sets out current progress against the target.

The report compares the baseline estimates from year one with the final estimates from year two. There was one change large enough to be detected at this stage: this was a significant decrease in women participating in active sport.

Note, however, that the survey’s sample size was reduced in year two, and small changes may not have been detected.

The full Progress report on PSA3: Final estimates from year two can be accessed on this site.