Olympic Britain
'Olympic Britain' is a book written by the researchers of the House of Commons Library and published on 10 July 2012.
It tells the story of social and economic change in the UK since the two previous London Games in 1908 and 1948, using data visualisations to bring to life a period during which our standards of living, the type of work we do, our leisure activities and our lifestyles have changed almost beyond recognition, much like the Olympics itself.
Changes in the UK economy since 1905
inequality in incomes and wealth since 1908
Usage of London Underground and buses since 1948
Changes in the prison population since 1900
Electoral participation and the right to vote
Changes in food consumption patterns
Changes in journey time by car and rail since 1910
The decline in infant mortality since 1908
Pupil-teacher ratios and school participation
Energy use in the UK since 1908
The rise and fall of social housing
Employment by age and gender since 1921
Changes in public opinion since 1938
The King's and Queen's speeches since 1908
Men's Olympic record progression on the track
Child poverty and help for the poor
Church, charity and the provision of education
Gender balance in employment and the changing nature of work
The changing population of London's boroughs
Trends in alcohol consumption since 1905