- Approximately 30% of young people aged 14-24 in the UK live in poverty. - Participation in sport once a week is lower for those from poorer socioeconomic backgrounds compared to wealthier backgrounds. - From 2017-2021, the focus in UK sports policy will be on using sport to achieve social outcomes like improved wellbeing and community development, rather than just increased participation. Measuring the impact of programs will be important to demonstrate effectiveness.