London Olympic Games: A sporting legacy for people with disabilities

Disabled people risk missing out on the sporting legacy of the London 2012 Games.

Our report reveals huge barriers that prevent people with disabilities from achieving their sporting potential. These include the sidelining of children with special needs in mainstream school sports provision, an inadequate and uncoordinated transport system and the absence of a clear pathway to the highest levels of international competition.

We want to see a travel hotline that helps disabled people plan their journeys around London and a one-stop website setting out opportunities for sportspeople with disabilities so that fledgling talent is not wasted. We also recommend proper training for physical education teachers in how to include children with special needs in their classes.

UPDATE - MARCH 2012

Read an update on progress made since the publication of this report.