Key Terms:- Public sector Private sector Voluntary sector Best Value Provision for active leisure

Funding in sport There are 3 sectors you need to know about in relation to the active leisure provision. You will need to know the characteristics and objectives of the:- Public sector Private sector Voluntary sector

Public Sector Public sector organisations are owned by local authorities and trade on a profit loss basis. Public sector provision includes Swimming pools, leisure centres and skateboard parks. Characteristics Owned by local authorities. Open to all (non exclusive). Run as business operations- aim to break even. Trade on set prices according to pre-set budgets. Facilities are adequate or improving. Objectives Increase health and fitness of individuals and community as a whole. Increase social control and reduce crime. Improve social integration Provide for social needs, equal opportunities and social inclusion Regenerate areas Ensure that tax payers get value for money

Private sector Privately owned businesses which promote activity in order to make a profit. Facilities will be of very high standard to encourage clientele to join. Characteristics Exclusive, selective clientele Elitist Privately owned and registered companies Main aim is to make money Managed by owners and appointed employees High quality service and facilities Objectives Make a profit Increase membership numbers Exclusive service for members

Voluntary sector Voluntary sector organisations are owned and managed by members on a voluntary basis Many local sports clubs (rugby, hockey netball etc) are “run by the members for the members” Characteristics Run on voluntary basis to reduce costs Sometimes owned by trust or charity basis Financed by members fees and fundraising Making a profit is not a concern (breaking even is) Objectives Provide for grass roots participation Increase number of members Increase performance levels of teams Provide social interaction opportunities (with like minded people) Seek funds from sponsors and lottery to develop facilities

Best Value Public Sector funding was often poorly managed and maintained Tax payers were perceived to be receiving poor value for money. Central government funding for active leisure was reduced and so there was greater accountability on local authorities. Authorities had to meet needs of community by increasing standards of provision whilst staying within budget (breaking even). Key features Value for money Understanding what is wanted within community Best value experience authority can offer Setting and maintaining high standards Offering services which meet these standards Measuring the success of meeting the standards