The research described in this document was originally commissioned by the Health Education Authority (HEA) as part of its Forward Research Programme which began in 1996.
Other proiects from the programme included studies examining health inequalities, social capital, community participation and the evaluation of social action
programme. There was also a focus on particular population groups such as black and minority ethnic communities and older people. By 31st March 2000, the findings from much of this work had already been published. However, a number of
important studies were still outstanding.
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