Guidance

Participation Survey 2023/24: Online questionnaire

Updated 8 July 2024

Applies to England

Questions labelled with ‘Core’ are the core set of questions which were asked to the full sample. The remaining questions labelled ‘Subset’ were split into three separate modules, randomly allocated to a subset of the sample.

1. OPENING SCREENERS

Q002 - ScreenReader Single coded, Core

A screen reader allows people who are blind or visually impaired to use their computer. Do you intend to complete this survey using a screen reader?

1. Yes
2. No

Q826 - VBC: QRCODE Single coded, Core

Did you scan the QR code on the invitation letter to access the survey website

1. Yes
2. No

2. DEMOGRAPHICS

Q003 - INTRO: Core

Thank you for choosing to take part in the Participation Survey.

Please click the button to start the survey.

Q004 - INTRO2 Core

In this first section, we would like to find out a little about you and your household.

The information is used to understand the experiences of different groups and will not identify you or anyone in your household.

Q005 – NUMADULTS Single coded, Core

Including yourself how many adults aged 16 or over are currently living in your household? If you live by yourself, please enter 1.

Please only include people aged 16 or over. By household we mean

• one person living alone; or
• a group of people (not necessarily related) living at the same address who share cooking facilities and share a living room or sitting room or dining area.

1. 1
2. 2
3. 3
4. 4
5. 5
6. 6
7. 7
8. 8
9. 9
10. 10+

Q006 - AGE:, Core

What is your age?

998 Prefer not to say

Q007 - AGE2 Single coded, Core

Which of the following age bands are you in?

1. 16 to 19
2. 20 to 24
3. 25 to 29
4. 30 to 34
5. 35 to 39
6. 40 to 44
7. 45 to 49
8. 50 to 54
9. 55 to 59
10. 60 to 64
11. 65 to 69
12. 70 to 74
13. 75 to 79
14. 80 to 84
15. 85 or over

998 Prefer not to say

Q008 – SEX Single coded, Core

What is your sex?

A question about gender identity will follow.

1. Female
2. Male

998 Prefer not to say

Q008a – GENDERI Single coded, Core

Is the gender you identify with the same as your sex registered at birth?

If you do not wish to answer, please select prefer not to say

1. Yes
2. No, type in gender identity

998 Prefer not to say

Q009 – MARST Single coded, Core

What is your legal marital or registered civil partnership status?

1. Never married and never registered in a civil partnership
2. Married
3. In a registered civil partnership
4. Separated, but still legally married
5. Separated, but still legally in a civil partnership
6. Divorced
7. Formerly in a civil partnership which is now legally dissolved
8. Widowed
9. Surviving partner from a registered civil partnership

998 Prefer not to say

Q010 – COHAB Single coded, Core

Are you living with someone in this household as a couple?

1. Yes
2. No

998 Prefer not to say

Q011 – CHILDHH, Core

How many children aged under 16 currently live in your household?

0-20

998 Prefer not to say

3. ART PARTICIPATION MAIN SCREENERS (CARTS1 AND CARTS2)

Q012 - INTROART Core

Next are some questions about activities you may have done in the last 12 months in England. Please think about activities you have done in your own time and don’t include anything that was part of paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

Q013 - CARTS1 Multi coded, Core

In the last 12 months which of the following events have you attended in person in England? Please don’t include places or events you have attended through paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. An exhibition of art, photography or sculptures
2. A theatre play, drama, musical, Pantomime, Ballet or Opera
3. An event connected with literature, books, reading, poetry reading or writing
4. A cinema screening of a film or movie
5. A craft exhibition (not a crafts market; crafts include for example textiles, woodworking)
6. A live music event (for example, pop, jazz, electronic, choral, orchestra or folk)
7. An arts festival and or carnival (for example, a food, craft or other cultural event)
8. A street art event
9. A live dance event (for example, contemporary, world, street or urban)
10. A fashion show
11. A comedy event
12. An in- person esports contest or video game competition event
13. Some other cultural event in England (please type in)
14. None of these

Q014 - CARTS1A Single coded, Core

How often in the last 12 months have you attended [CARTS1]? Please don’t include paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

1. At least once a week
2. Less often than once a week but at least once a month
3. Less often than once a month but at least 3 or 4 times a year
4. Twice in the last 12 months
5. Once in the last 12 months

999 Don’t know

Q015 - CARTS1B Multi coded, Core

And in the last 12 months, have you attended [CARTS1]…

Select all that apply

1. In your free time
2. As part of voluntary work
3. In some other way

999 Don’t know

Q016 - FILMTYPE Multi coded, Core

You said you have watched a film at the cinema in the last 12 months. Which of the following best describes any of the films you have seen at the cinema in the last 12 months?

Please don’t include films you have seen through paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. Mainstream Hollywood films
2. British films with mainly a British cast or locations
3. Independent films, not backed by a major film studio
4. Films in a foreign language or other World cinema
5. Documentaries
6. Animated films
7. Short films
8. Archive films or classic films from the past
9. A live or recorded cultural, arts or sports event such as a play or musical, orchestra or concert
10. Another type of film (please type in)
11. None of these

999 Don’t know

Q017 - ENVIRONA Single coded, Subset

You said you had attended the following events in the last 12 months in England, which of these was the last event you attended?

1. An exhibition of art, photography or sculptures
2. A theatre play, drama, musical, Pantomime, Ballet or Opera
3. An event connected with literature, books, reading, poetry reading or writing
4. A cinema screening of a film or movie
5. A craft exhibition (not a crafts market; crafts include for example textiles, woodworking)
6. A live music event (for example, pop, jazz, electronic, choral, orchestra or folk)
7. An arts festival and or carnival (for example, a food, craft or other cultural event)
8. A street art event
9. A live dance event (for example, contemporary, world, street or urban)
10. A fashion show
11. A comedy event
12. An in- person esports contest or video game competition event
13. Some other cultural event in England

Dummy question: This is a dummy variable that takes answers from CARTS1 OR ENVIRONA and then uses this dummy variable to produce the DENVIRONA variable.

Q018 - DENVIRONA, Multi-coded, Subset

1. exhibition of art, photography or sculptures
2. theatre play, drama, musical, Pantomime, Ballet or Opera
3. event connected with literature, books, reading, poetry reading or writing
4. cinema screening of a film or movie
5. craft exhibition (not a crafts market; crafts include for example textiles, woodworking)
6. live music event (for example, pop, jazz, electronic, choral, orchestra or folk)
7. arts festival and or carnival (for example, a food, craft or other cultural event)
8. street art event
9. live dance event (for example, contemporary, world, street or urban)
10. fashion show
11. comedy event
12. in person esports contest or video game competition event
13. 1. Some other cultural event in England cultural event

Q019 - ENVIRON1 Multi coded, Subset

Thinking about the last [DENVIRONA] you attended in England, which of these modes of transport did you use to travel there?

1. Car
2. Train or overground
3. Tram
4. Underground, metro or DLR
5. Bus
6. Taxi or private hire (for example Uber)
7. Car share or UberPool
8. Bicycle
9. Walk
10. Other form of transport (please type in)

Q020 - ENVIRON1A Single coded, Subset

And which of these was the main mode of transport you used?

1. Car
2. Train or overground
3. Tram
4. Underground, metro or DLR
5. Bus
6. Taxi or private hire (for example, Uber)
7. Car share or UberPool
8. Bicycle
9. Walk
10. Other form of transport (please type in)

Q021 - ENVIRON2 Single coded, Subset

Approximately what distance did you travel to get to the last [DENVIRONA] you attended in England?

1. Less than 10 miles
2. 10 to 20 miles
3. 20 to 30 miles
4. 30 to 40 miles
5. 40 to 50 miles
6. More than 50 miles

999 Don’t know

Q022 - ENVIRON3 Single coded, Subset

Still thinking about the last [DENVIRONA] you attended in England, if you were unable to travel by [INSERT ANSWER FROM ENVIRON1A], what main mode of transport would you have used instead?

Please select one response only

1. Car
2. Train or overground
3. Tram
4. Underground, metro or DLR
5. Bus
6. Taxi or private hire (for example, Uber)
7. Car share or UberPool
8. Bicycle
9. Walk
10. Other form of transport (please type in)
11. None of these – there are not alternative forms of transport

Q023 - ENVIRON6 Multi coded, Subset

What are the reasons you chose to travel to the last [DENVIRONA] you attended by [INSERT ANSWER FROM ENVIRON1A]?

Select all that apply

1. Time
2. Cost
3. Public transport not available or is unrealistic
4. I have a physical impairment or disability that makes it difficult/prevents me using other modes of transport
5. Environmental concerns
6. Proximity to event
7. No other alternatives available
8. Some other reason (please type in)

Q024 - ENVIRON6A Single coded, Subset

And what was the main reason you chose to travel to the last [DENVIRONA] you attended by [INSERT ANSWER FROM ENVIRON1A]?

1. Time
2. Cost
3. Public transport not available or is unrealistic
4. I have a physical impairment or disability that makes it difficult/prevents me using other modes of transport
5. Environmental concerns
6. Proximity to event
7. No other alternatives available
8. Some other reason

Q025 - CARTS2 Multi coded, Core

In the last 12 months, which of these things have you done in England either at home or away from home? Please don’t include paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. Written stories, plays, or poetry
2. Read books, graphic novels or magazines
3. Written, practiced or performed music
4. Painting, drawing, printmaking, calligraphy, colouring
5. Crafts (textile, sewing, ceramic, sculpting, carving, woodwork)
6. Choreographed or performed a drama or dance routine
7. Designed or programmed video games including on a smartphone or tablet
8. Made films or videos including original video content and animations
9. Photography as a hobby
10. Read news in a printed newspaper
11. Other arts, crafts, or creative activities (please type in)
12. None of these

Q026 - CARTS2A Single coded, Core

How often in the last 12 months have you [CARTS2]? Please don’t include paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

1. Every day
2. Less often than daily but at least once a week
3. Less often than once a week but at least once a month
4. Less often than once a month but at least 3 or 4 times a year
5. Twice in the last 12 months
6. Once in the last 12 months

999 Don’t know

Q027 - CARTS2B Multi coded, Core

And in the last 12 months, have you [CARTS2]…

Select all that apply

1. In your free time
2. As part of voluntary work
3. In some other way

999 Don’t know

Q028 - PAYPAPER Single coded, Core

How do you usually pay when you read a printed newspaper?

1. Pay a one-time fee or charge
2. Pay a monthly or annual subscription
3. Access content free of charge

999 Don’t know

Q029 - CNARTP1 Multi coded, Core

What are the reasons you haven’t personally attended cultural activities or participated in arts in the last 12 months?

Select all that apply

1. I cannot afford it
2. It is not value for money
3. I’m not interested in cultural or arts activities
4. I don’t have time
5. I have a health problem or disability
6. They are difficult to get to
7. I don’t know what is available
8. I would feel out of place
9. I don’t have anyone to go with
10. The opening hours are inconvenient
11. Due to COVID-19 concerns
12. Some other reason (please type in)
13. No reason in particular

Q030 - WHYNOCULT Multi coded, Core

What are your reasons for not being interested in cultural or arts activities?

Select all that apply

1. The cultural and arts activities on offer do not match my own cultural interests or preferences
2. Cultural and arts activities are too academic for me
3. I don’t have any artistic, creative or cultural skills
4. The people who take part in cultural and arts activities are not like me
5. I don’t know enough about what cultural and arts activities there are
6. I don’t think cultural and arts activities are of any value for me or my family
7. Cultural and arts activities will not help with my career or the careers I want my family to have
8. My family, friends or community would not be supportive of me attending cultural or arts activities
9. I was not encouraged to take part in cultural and arts activities as a child
10. I used to take part in cultural and arts activities for my health but stopped as I now feel better
11. I’m just not interested in cultural or arts activities
12. Some other reason
13. No reason in particular

4. ART PARTICIPATION MAIN SCREENERS (CARTS3 AND CARTS4)

Q031 - CARTS3 Multi coded, Core

In the last 12 months, which of these activities have you done? Please don’t include anything you did through paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. Read an e-book or e-magazine (for example, on a Kindle)
2. Read news online from a national or local news publisher (for example BBC, the Times, the Yorkshire Post)
3. Played video games including on a smartphone or tablet
4. Watched TV programmes live at the time they were broadcast
5. Watched TV programmes using a streaming service (for example BBC iPlayer, Netflix or Amazon Prime)
6. Watched films live at the time they were broadcast
7. Watched films using a streaming service (for example BBC iPlayer, Netflix or Amazon Prime)
8. Listened to live radio online through a computer, laptop, tablet or phone
9. Listened to streamed music (for example, through iTunes, Spotify)
10. Listened to downloaded music
11. Listened to an audiobook
12. Listened to a podcast
13. None of these

Q032 - CARTS3A Single coded, Core

How often in the last 12 months have you [CARTS3]?

Please don’t include paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

1. Every day
2. Less often than daily but at least once a week
3. Less often than once a week but at least once a month
4. Less often than once a month but at least 3 or 4 times a year
5. Twice in the last 12 months
6. Once in the last 12 months

999 Don’t know

Q033 - CARTS3B Multi coded, Core

How, if at all, do you usually pay for content when you [CARTS3]

Select all that apply

1. Pay a one-time fee
2. Pay a monthly or annual subscription
3. Content is paid for through TV licence fee (all live TV and BBC iPlayer)
4. Access content free of charge
5. Access content using a log-in belonging to someone NOT in my household
6. Access paid content for free, using other methods

999 Don’t know

Q034 - CARTSVID Multi coded, Core

In the last 12 months have you paid to play video games online? Please don’t include anything you did through paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. Yes, through a one-time fee to play the game (for example to purchase a game or its expansions)
2. Yes, through a subscription to play the game (for example a Monthly subscription to an online game)
3. Yes, I play the online game for free, but have paid money to access additional features (for example loot-boxes, skins)
4. No, in the last 12 months I have not spent any money while playing online video games
5. I haven’t played any video games online

999 Don’t know

Q035 - CARTS4 Multi coded, Core

And in the last 12 months which of the following events have you watched online?

Please don’t include anything you did through paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. A live arts event including theatre, visual arts or literature
2. A pre-recorded arts event including theatre, visual arts or literature
3. A live music or dance event, watched as it was happening
4. A pre-recorded music or dance event
5. None of these

Q036 - CARTS4A Single coded, Core

How often in the last 12 months have you watched [CARTS4] online? Please don’t include paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

1. At least once a week
2. Less often than once a week but at least once a month
3. Less often than once a month but at least 3 or 4 times a year
4. Twice in the last 12 months
5. Once in the last 12 months

999 Don’t know

Q037 - CARTS4B Multi coded, Core

How, if at all, do you usually pay for content when you watch [CARTS4] online?

Select all that apply

1. Pay a one-time fee
2. Pay a monthly or annual subscription
3. Content is paid for through TV licence fee (all live TV and BBC iPlayer)
4. Access content free of charge
5. Access content using a log-in belonging to someone NOT in my household
6. Access paid content for free, using other methods

999 Don’t know

Q038 - CNARTP2 Multi coded, Core

What are the reasons you haven’t personally engaged or participated with arts or cultural activities or events digitally?

Select all that apply

1. I cannot afford it
2. It is not value for money
3. I’m not interested in cultural or arts activities
4. I don’t have time
5. I have a health problem or disability
6. I don’t have access to the internet
7. I don’t have access to an online device such as a smartphone, laptop or tablet
8. I don’t know how to access these types of events online
9. I don’t know what is available
10. The cultural activities on offer do not match my own cultural interests or preferences
11. Some other reason (please type in)
12. No reason in particular

Q039 - SSTEAM Multi coded, Core

The term ‘STEAM’ is sometimes used to refer to a range of subjects or sectors: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths.

Thinking now about your free time outside of your job or structured academic activities.

In which of these subjects or sectors, if any, do you take an interest?

Select all that apply

1. Science
2. Technology
3. Engineering
4. Arts
5. Maths
6. None of these

Q040 - SSTEAMFUT Multi coded, Core

Still thinking about the subjects below (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths)

In the next 12 months, do you plan to take part in any activity or event connected with any of these subjects or sectors in your free time, outside your job or structured academic activities?

1. Yes - Science
2. Yes - Technology
3. Yes - Engineering
4. Yes - Arts
5. Yes – Maths
6. None of these

999 Don’t know

5. SOCIAL PRESCRIBING

Q041 - SOCPRESINTRO Multi coded, Core

The next few questions will be about social prescribing. ‘Social prescribing’ is a way to connect people who need support from their community. This might be through a GP, other healthcare professionals or people may refer themselves. A link worker will then help find activities to support health and wellbeing. This often involves the voluntary and community sector and might include activities such as gardening, care farming, walking groups, sports and arts and culture activities.

Q042 - SOCPRESA Single coded, Core

Which of the following statements best applies to you?

1. I have never used, been referred for or offered social prescribing
2. I have been referred and am currently waiting for social prescribing
3. I have been offered social prescribing but I chose not to take it
4. Social prescribing was used to support me in the past
5. Social prescribing is currently being used to support me

999 Don’t know

998 Prefer not to say

Q043 - SOCPRESO Multi coded, Core

What social prescribing activities were you offered or referred for?

Select all that apply

1. Nature-based activities (for example, gardening, care farming and walking)
2. Arts-based activities (for example, writing, painting or drawing and arts and crafts)
3. Exercise or wellbeing-based activities (for example, yoga or meditation classes)
4. Dance or music-based activities (for example, a drama or music group)
5. Any other activities (please type in)

6. ENGAGING WITH ARTS AND CULTURE

Q044 - ARTPART12INTRO Multi coded, Core

The next questions are about classes, courses, groups, clubs or organisations you have joined or taken part in that involve arts and culture.

Please include arts and culture activities that took place in-person or online. Please don’t include places or events you have attended through paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

Q045 - ARTPART12Multi coded, Core

In the last 12 months, which of the following arts and culture classes, courses, groups, clubs or organisations have you taken part in?

Select all that apply.

1. A book club or creative writing class
2. A dance or theatre group
3. A choir or music group, orchestra or band, singing or music lesson
4. An art class, such as life drawing, painting, ceramics, crafts or jewellery design
5. Film club
6. Video games club
7. A volunteering opportunity involving arts and culture
8. None of these

Q046 - ARTPART12A Single coded, Core

How often in the last 12 months have you attended [ARTPART12]? Please don’t include paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

1. At least once a week
2. Less often than once a week but at least once a month
3. Less often than once a month but at least 3 or 4 times a year
4. Twice in the last 12 months
5. Once in the last 12 months

999 Don’t know

Q047 - ARTPART12B Multi coded, Core

And in the last 12 months, have you attended [ARTPART12]? Select all that apply.

1. In your free time
2. As part of voluntary work
3. In some other way 999 Don’t know

Q048 - ARTPARTWHY Multi coded, Core

Now thinking about all arts and culture classes, courses, groups, clubs or organisations you said you have joined or taken part in in the last 12 months.

Which of the following were your reasons for taking part in these?

Select all that apply

1. I wanted to meet new people or make friends
2. To spend time with friends or family
3. To become more actively involved with or support the local community
4. To learn about or celebrate the past, heritage, history or culture
5. To visit a spiritual place or one of religious significance
6. To learn new skills or to make use of existing ones
7. To develop a new passion, interest or hobby or to return to a previous one
8. To develop skills to advance or change my career
9. To expand or increase my knowledge
10. To improve my physical health
11. To improve my wellbeing or mental health
12. A friend or family member recommended it
13. A healthcare professional recommended it
14. Another reason (please type in)
15. None of these

Q049 - LOCPROV Multi coded, Core

Still thinking about the arts and culture classes, courses, groups, clubs or organisations you said you have joined or taken part in in the last 12 months.

Were any of these provided by any of the following?

Select all that apply.

1. A local library (for example the Reading Well programme)
2. A local art gallery
3. A local museum
4. A local heritage site
5. A local community centre or community space
6. None of these

Q050 - PAYCLASS Single coded, Core

Were you required to pay for these or were they provided free of charge?

1. I was required to pay
2. I gave a donation towards the cost
3. They were provided free of charge
4. It differed depending on the class

999 Don’t know

998 Prefer not to say

Q051 - ARTPARTIMP Multi coded, Core

And again, thinking about the following arts and culture classes, courses, groups, clubs or organisations you have joined or taken part in in the last 12 months.

What impact did these have on you?

Select all that apply.

1. I met new people or made friends
2. I spent time with friends or family
3. I became more actively involved with or felt more connected to the local community
4. I learnt about the past, heritage, history or culture
5. I benefited from visiting a spiritual place or one of religious significance
6. I learnt new skills or made use of existing ones
7. I developed a new passion, interest or hobby or returned to a previous one
8. I developed skills that advanced or changed my career
9. I expanded or increased my knowledge
10. I made lasting memories
11. My physical health has improved
12. My wellbeing or mental health has improved
13. I felt less lonely or isolated
14. I made fewer visits to the GP, doctor or other health professional
15. Something else (please type in)
16. None of these

Q052 - ARTPARTNON Multi coded, Core

What are the reasons you haven’t taken part in any of these types of arts and culture class, course, group, club or organisation in the last 12 months?

Select all that apply.

1. I cannot afford it
2. It is not value for money
3. I am not interested in these types of activity
4. I don’t have time
5. I have a health problem or disability
6. They are difficult to get to
7. I don’t know what is available or how to access it
8. I haven’t yet decided what I would like to take part in
9. I would feel out of place
10. I don’t have anyone to go with
11. The opening hours are inconvenient
12. Due to COVID-19 concerns
13. The cultural activities on offer do not match my own cultural interests or preferences
14. Some other reason (please type in)
15. No reason in particular

7. LIBRARIES

Q053 - CLIBRARY1 Multi coded, Core

In the last 12 months, in which of these ways have you used public library services? Please don’t include paid work, school or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. I visited a public library building or mobile library in-person in my leisure time
2. I accessed library services digitally or online
3. I was visited by a home library service
4. I used another library outreach services (for example attended a community event where the library staff or volunteers were present)
5. Not used any library services in the last 12 months

Q054 - CFRELIB12 Single coded, Core

How often in the last 12 months have you visited a public or mobile library in person in your leisure time?

Please don’t include paid work, school or structured academic activities.

1. At least once a week
2. Less often than once a week but at least once a month
3. Less often than once a month but at least 3 or 4 times a year
4. Twice in the last 12 months
5. Once in the last 12 months

999 Don’t know

Q055 – CPARLI12A Multi coded, Core

In the last 12 months, did you receive any help or training in the following areas when you visited a public or mobile library in person in your leisure time? Please don’t include paid work, school or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. Help to apply for a government or council service (for example to apply for a passport or a benefit)
2. Training or help to improve my digital or online skills
3. Help to apply for a job or setting up or growing your business
4. Accessed activities or resources to improve my physical or mental health
5. Sought advice, information or signposting from library staff
6. Some other form of help or training (please type in)
7. None of these

Q056 - CPARLI12B Multi coded, Core

In the last 12 months, which of these things have you done when you visited a public or mobile library in person in your leisure time? Please don’t include paid work, school or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. Borrowed, browsed or returned items (for example books, newspapers, music, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks or digital devices)
2. Accessed online resources such as e-books, magazines or journals
3. Used the library as a study space
4. Used free Wi-Fi, computer or printing facilities
5. Volunteered for the library
6. Accessed health, local council or government services
7. Sought information or signposting related to your or someone else’s health
8. Used the space as it was somewhere warm
9. Took part in an event, workshop or group (for example a reading group, film screening, author visit or a creative or skills workshop)
10. Took a child to an event
11. Visited the library café
12. Socialised or met up with people
13. Took a child to borrow, browse or return books
14. None of these

Q057 - SSLIBSAT Single coded, Core

Thinking about the last time you visited a public or mobile library in person, how satisfied were you with the service? Please don’t include paid work, school or structured academic activities.

1. Very satisfied
2. Somewhat satisfied
3. Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied
4. Somewhat dissatisfied
5. Very dissatisfied

Q058 – CNLIWHYA Multi coded, Core

Why haven’t you visited a public or mobile library in your leisure time in the last 12 months?

Select all that apply

1. I cannot afford it
2. It is not value for money
3. I’m not interested
4. I don’t have time
5. I have a health problem or disability
6. They are difficult to get to
7. I don’t know what services are available
8. I would feel out of place
9. I don’t have anyone to go with
10. The opening hours are inconvenient
11. Due to COVID-19 concerns
12. I don’t need to use library services
13. I’m worried about having to pay library fines
14. Some other reason (please type in)
15. No reason in particular

Q059 – CFRELIDIG Single coded, Core

How often in the last 12 months have you used library services digitally or online? Please don’t include paid work, school or structured academic activities.

1. At least once a week
2. Less often than once a week but at least once a month
3. Less often than once a month but at least 3 or 4 times a year
4. Twice in the last 12 months
5. Once in the last 12 months

999 Don’t know

Q060 - CDIGLI12 Multi coded, Core

In the last 12 months which of these things have you done when accessing library services digitally or online? Please don’t include paid work, school or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. Reserved or renewed books or paid a fine
2. Searched online catalogues or dictionaries or made an enquiry
3. Borrowed digital or online resources such as e-books, e-audio or e-magazines but without visiting the library
4. Viewed or participated in an online event or activity organised by the library
5. Checked information online about the library such as opening hours, available facilities or services offered
6. Accessed online services via library membership such as journals or family history sites
7. Accessed information about the library via social media
8. Been supported by library staff over the phone
9. Accessed some other library service online (please type in)
10. None of these

Q061 - SSLIDIGSAT Single coded, Core

Thinking about the last time you used public library services digitally or online, how satisfied were you with the service? Please don’t include paid work, school or structured academic activities.

1. Very satisfied
2. Somewhat satisfied
3. Neither satisfied, nor dissatisfied
4. Somewhat dissatisfied
5. Very dissatisfied

Q062 – CLIBDIG Multi coded, Core

In the last 12 months, have you used public library services in any of these ways? Please don’t include paid work, school or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. Through a library website
2. Using a library app
3. Through social media
4. Through YouTube
5. By telephone
6. None of these

Q063 – CNLIWHYAD Multi coded, Core

Why haven’t you used public library services digitally or online in the last 12 months?

Select all that apply

1. I cannot afford it
2. It is not value for money
3. I’m not interested
4. I don’t have time
5. I have a health problem or disability
6. I don’t know what is available
7. I don’t have access to the internet
8. I don’t have access to an online device such as a smartphone, laptop or tablet
9. I don’t need to use library services
10. I’m worried about having to pay library fines
11. I don’t know how to access library services digitally or online
12. Some other reason (please type in)
13. No reason in particular

8. HERITAGE

NATIONAL HERITAGE QUESTION

Q064 - CHERVIS12 Multi coded, Subset (Core for Q3 and Q4)

In the last 12 months which of the following historic places in England have you visited in person?

Please don’t include paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

By historic we mean a place of exceptional cultural or heritage value.

Select all that apply

1. A city or town that you visited specifically for its historic nature
2. A historic, non-religious building open to the public
3. A historic place of worship attended as a visitor (not to worship)
4. A park or garden open to the public with historic or artistic features
5. A place connected with industrial history (such as an old factory, mine or railway)
6. An ancient monument or archaeological site (such as a castle, fort, burial site)
7. A site connected with sports visited for its heritage
8. A site connected with maritime or underwater heritage (such as shipwrecks)
9. A historic landscape or habitat (such as coastline, countryside)
10. Some other heritage site or historic place (please type in)
11. None of these

Q065 - CFREHER12: Single coded, Subset

How often in the last 12 months have you visited [CHERVIS12]? Please don’t include paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

1. At least once a week
2. Less often than once a week but at least once a month
3. Less often than once a month but at least 3 or 4 times a year
4. Twice in the last 12 months
5. Once in the last 12 months

999 Don’t know

Q066 - CVOLHER Multi coded, Subset

And in the last 12 months, have you visited [CHERVIS12]

Select all that apply

1. In your free time
2. As part of voluntary work
3. In some other way

999 Don’t know

Q067 - SSATTHER Multi coded, Subset

Thinking about the last heritage site or place of historic interest you visited in England, what were your reasons for visiting this place?

Please don’t include paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. General interest in the subject
2. To spend time with family or friends
3. To see a specific exhibition or display
4. I was in the area
5. Accompanying children
6. It was low cost or free
7. It was recommended (for example by a friend, website or guidebook)
8. For an event, activity or workshop
9. As part of an organised group or tour
10. I was told by a healthcare professional (for example a GP, nurse or Carer) that it may help my health or result in improved outcomes
11. Some other reason (please type in)
12. No particular reason

Q068 - SSFEEHER Multi coded, Subset

Thinking about the last time you visited a heritage site or place of historic interest in England, did you pay a fee?

Please don’t include paid work, school, college or structured academic activities.

1. Yes, I paid a one-time fee
2. Yes, as part of a monthly or annual subscription
3. No

999 Don’t know

Q069 - LIKHER Single coded, Subset

How likely are you to visit at least one heritage site or place of historic interest in England in the next 12 months?

1. Very Likely
2. Quite likely
3. Not very likely
4. Not at all likely

Q070 - SSTYPE Multi coded, Subset

Have you visited any of the following heritage sites in England in the last 12 months?

Please don’t include paid work, school, college or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. UNESCO site
2. National Trust
3. English Heritage
4. Some other heritage site
5. I have not visited any of these heritage sites in the last 12 months

999 Don’t know

Q071 - IMPHER Multi coded, Subset

Thinking about the last heritage site or place of historic interest you have visited in England, what impact did this have on you?

Select all that apply.

1. I met new people or made friends
2. I spent time with friends or family
3. I became more actively involved with or felt more connected to local community
4. I learnt about the past, heritage, history or culture
5. I benefited from visiting a spiritual place or one of religious significance
6. I learnt new skills or made use of existing ones
7. I developed a new passion, interest or hobby or returned to a previous one
8. I developed skills that advanced or changed my career
9. I expanded or increased my knowledge
10. My physical health has improved
11. My wellbeing or mental health has improved
12. I felt less lonely or isolated
13. I made fewer visits to the GP, doctor or other health professional
14. Some other impact (please type in)
15. None of these

Q072 - CCNHERWHYA Multi coded, Subset

Why have you not visited a heritage site or place of historic interest in England in the last 12 months in person?

Select all that apply

1. I cannot afford it
2. It is not value for money
3. I’m not interested
4. I don’t have time
5. I have a health problem or disability
6. They are difficult to get to
7. I don’t know what is available
8. I would feel out of place
9. I don’t have anyone to go with
10. The opening hours are inconvenient
11. Due to COVID-19 concerns
12. Some other reason (please type in)
13. No reason in particular

9. HERITAGE ONLINE OR VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES

Q073 - CDIGHER12 Multi coded, Subset (Core for Q3 and Q4)

In the last 12 months, which of these virtual or online activities have you done?

Please don’t include paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. Taken a virtual walking tour of a historic town or city, heritage site, castle or monument in England (not including drone flights)
2. Researched my local history online
3. Viewed documents from an archive in England online
4. Engaged with text, image, audio, video, or animation, games, or podcast content from heritage sites in England
5. None of these

Q074 - CFREHERDIG Single coded, Subset

How often in the last 12 months have you [CDIGHER12]?

Please don’t include paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

1. At least once a week
2. Less often than once a week but at least once a month
3. Less often than once a month but at least 3 or 4 times a year
4. Twice in the last 12 months
5. Once in the last 12 months

999 Don’t know

Q075 - CREPAY5 Multi coded, Subset

How, if at all, do you usually pay for content when you have… [CDIGHER12]?

Select all that apply

1. Pay a one-time fee
2. Pay a monthly or annual subscription
3. Content is paid for through TV licence fee (all live TV and BBC iPlayer)
4. Access free content including through WiFi
5. Access content using a log-in belonging to someone NOT in my household
6. Access paid content for free, using other methods

999 Don’t know

Q076 - CCNHERWHYB Multi coded, Subset

Why have you not done any of these virtual or online activities in the last 12 months?

Select all that apply

1. I cannot afford it
2. It is not value for money
3. I’m not interested
4. I don’t have time
5. I have a health problem or disability
6. I don’t have access to the internet
7. I don’t have access to an online device such as a smartphone, laptop or tablet
8. I don’t know how to access these types of events online
9. I don’t know what is available
10. Some other reason (please type in)
11. No reason in particular

10. PRIDE IN PLACE

Q077 - LOCALAREA Core

The next questions refer to your local area. Please think of the area accessible within 15-20 minutes using a mode of transport readily available to you.

Q078- PRIDE_D Grid, Core How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements?

1. I am proud to live in my local area
2. In five years’ time I would like to still be living in my local area
3. I would recommend my local area to others as a good place to live

1. Definitely agree
2. Tend to agree
3. Neither agree nor disagree
4. Tend to disagree
5. Definitely disagree
6. Don’t know

Culture and pride in place questions

Q079 - PRIDECULTINTRO

The next questions refer to arts and cultural facilities, events and groups in your local area. Some examples include: • Facilities such as cinemas, theatres, museums, libraries, art galleries, studios and music venues
• Groups or classes such as book clubs, theatre or dance groups, choir or music groups, art or craft classes, film clubs and video games clubs • Events such as street festivals, musical festivals and carnivals

Q080 - PRIDECULT Grid, Core

How much do you agree or disagree that the arts and cultural facilities, groups, events and activities available in your local area…

1. Make you feel proud of my local area
2. Make your local area an enjoyable place to live
3. Are of interest to you

1. Definitely agree
2. Tend to agree
3. Neither agree nor disagree
4. Tend to disagree
5. Definitely disagree
6. Not applicable – my local area doesn’t have this/these

Q081 - PRIDEIMP1 Single coded, Core

How important is it for you to live somewhere that is close to arts and cultural facilities? Some examples might include cinemas, theatres, museums, libraries and art galleries 1. Very important 2. Fairly important 3. Not very important 4. Not at all important

Q082 - PRIDEIMP2 Single coded, Core

How important is it for you to live somewhere where there are opportunities to take part in arts and cultural groups, clubs or classes? Some examples might include book clubs, theatre or dance groups, choir or music groups, art or craft classes, film clubs and video games clubs

1. Very important
2. Fairly important
3. Not very important
4. Not at all important

Q083 - PRIDEIMP3 Single coded, Core

How important is it for you to live somewhere where there are opportunities to take part in arts and cultural events or activities? Some examples might include street festivals, musical festivals, carnivals and outdoor events

1. Very important
2. Fairly important
3. Not very important
4. Not at all important

Q084 - Belong Single coded, Core

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement ‘local arts and culture help me feel part of my local area’?

1. Strongly agree
2. Agree
3. Neither agree nor disagree
4. Disagree
5. Strongly disagree 999 Don’t know

Attitudes towards art and culture in neighbourhood

Q085 - ARTCULATT Grid, Core

To what extent do you agree or disagree that, at the moment, arts and culture in your local area…

1. are inclusive of all who are interested in taking part
2. help bring people from different backgrounds together
3. bring visitors or tourism to the area
4. help support or generate local businesses
5. have helped improve the appearance of the area
6. help make it a nicer area to live in
7. should receive more investment

1. Strongly agree
2. Agree
3. Neither agree nor disagree
4. Disagree
5. Strongly disagree

999 Don’t know

11. MUSEUMS AND CULTURAL PROPERTY

Q086 - CMUSVIS1 Multi coded, Core

In the last 12 months, have you visited a museum or gallery in person in England?

Please don’t include direct employment within a museum or gallery.

Select all that apply

1. Yes, I have visited a museum or gallery in my leisure time
2. Yes, I have visited a museum or gallery as part of my school, college or structured academic activities
3. No, I have not visited a museum or gallery

Q087 - CFREMUS12 Single coded, Core

How often in the last 12 months have you visited a museum or gallery in England?

Please don’t include paid work, school, college or structured academic activities.

1. At least once a week
2. Less often than once a week but at least once a month
3. Less often than once a month but at least 3 or 4 times a year
4. Twice in the last 12 months
5. Once in the last 12 months

999 Don’t know

Q088 – CVOLMUS Multi coded, Core

And in the last 12 months have you visited a museum or gallery in England…

Please don’t include paid work, school, college or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. In your free time
2. As part of voluntary work
3. In some other way

999 Don’t know

Q089 – SSATTMUS Multi Coded, Core

What were your reasons for visiting a museum or gallery in the last 12 months?

Please don’t include paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. General interest in the subject of the museum or collection
2. To spend time with family or friends
3. To learn something new
4. To see a specific exhibition or display
5. It was in the area
6. Accompanying children
7. It was low cost or free
8. It was recommended (for example by a friend or guide book)
9. For an event, activity or workshop
10. As part of an organised group or tour
11. Because there were amenities or free facilities (for example toilets, communal space, restaurants, cafés, shops)
12. Because you were told by a healthcare professional (for example GP or Carer) that it may help your health or result in improved outcomes
13. Some other reason (type in)
14. No reason in particular

Q090 - SSFEEMUS Multi coded, Core

Thinking about the last time you visited a museum or gallery in England, did you pay a fee?

Please answer ‘yes’ if you only paid a fee for specific events or exhibitions.

Please don’t include paid work, school, college or structured academic activities.

1. Yes, I paid a one-time fee
2. Yes, as part of a monthly or annual subscription
3. No

999 Don’t know

Q091 – SSMUSTIM Single coded, Core

Still thinking about your last visit in England , how long did you spend at the museum or gallery?

Please don’t include paid work, school, college or structured academic activities.

1. Less than 30 minutes
2. At least 30 minutes but less than an hour
3. At least an hour but less than 2 hours
4. At least 2 hours but less than 4 hours
5. 4 hours or more

999 Don’t know

Q092 – CNMUSWHYA Multi coded, Core

Why have you not visited a museum or gallery in England [ in your leisure time] in the last 12 months?

Select all that apply

1. I cannot afford it
2. It is not value for money
3. I’m not interested
4. I don’t have time
5. I have a health problem or disability
6. They are difficult to get to
7. I don’t know what is available
8. I would feel out of place
9. I don’t have anyone to go with
10. The opening hours are inconvenient
11. Due to COVID-19 concerns
12. Some other reason (please type in)
13. No reason in particular

Q093 – CMUSONL Multi coded, Core

In the last 12 months, which of these virtual or online activities have you done?

Please don’t include paid work, school or college or structured academic activities.

Select all that apply

1. Taken a virtual tour of a museum or gallery in England
2. Researched items from a museum or gallery collection in England online
3. Engaged with text, image, audio, video, or animation, games, or podcast content from museums in England
4. None of these

CFREMUSONL1 Single code, Core (Added in Q3 and Q4)

How often in the last 12 months have you [CMUSONL = 1,2,3]?

Please don’t include paid work, school, college or structured academic activities.

1. At least once a week
2. Less often than once a week but at least once a month
3. Less often than once a month but at least 3 or 4 times a year
4. Twice in the last 12 months
5. Once in the last 12 months

999 Don’t know

Q094 – CMUSONLWHY Multi coded, Core

Why have you not done any of these virtual or online activities in the last 12 months?

Select all that apply.

1. I cannot afford it
2. It is not value for money
3. I’m not interested
4. I don’t have time
5. I have a health problem or disability
6. I don’t have access to the internet
7. I don’t have access to an online device such as a smartphone, laptop or tablet
8. I don’t know how to access these types of events online
9. I don’t know what is available
10. Some other reason (please type in)
11. No reason in particular

Q095 – SSMETDET Multi coded, Core

Which of these have you taken part in in the last 12 months?

Select all that apply

1. Metal detecting to search for historic artefacts
2. Mudlarking
3. None of these

Q096 – SSPARMET Multi coded, Core

In what ways have you taken part in metal detecting in the last 12 months?

Select all that apply

1. As an individual or part of a social group
2. Part of a metal-detecting club
3. As part of an organised archaeological survey in a volunteer role
4. As a participant in a commercial rally
5. In some other way

12. SPORTS PARTICIPATION

Q097 – CSPOLIVE Single coded, Core

In the last 6 months, have you watched any live sporting events in person?

1. Yes
2. No

Q098 - CSPONUM Single coded, Core

How many live sporting events have you attended in the last 6 months?

If you don’t know, please give your best estimate.

1. 1
2. 2-4
3. 5-9
4. 10-14
5. 15 or more

999 Don’t know

Q099 - CSPOSPEC Multi coded, Core

Which live sporting [event/events] have you attended in person in the last 6 months?

Select all that apply

1. Men’s football
2. Women’s football
3. Rugby
4. Tennis
5. Cricket
6. Athletics
7. Snooker
8. Swimming
9. Gymnastics
10. Golf
11. Some other type of sport (please type in)

Q100 - CSPOPROF Single coded, Core

How many of these events were professional sports where the participants were being paid?

1. All of them
2. Most of them
3. Around half of them
4. A few of them
5. None of them

999 Don’t know

Q101 - CSPOPROFB Single coded, Core

Was this a professional sports event, where the participants were being paid?

1. Yes
2. No

999 Don’t know

Q102 - NOSPORT Multi coded, Core

What are the reasons you haven’t personally attended live sporting events in person in the last 12 months?

Select all that apply

1. I cannot afford it
2. It is not value for money
3. I’m not interested
4. I don’t have time
5. I have a health problem or disability
6. They are difficult to get to
7. I don’t know what is available
8. I would feel out of place
9. I don’t have anyone to go with
10. Due to COVID-19 concerns
11. Some other reason (please type in)
12. No reason in particular

Q103 - SSSPOWHI Multi coded, Core

In the last 12 months, which live sports have you watched on TV?

Select all that apply

1. Men’s football
2. Women’s football
3. Rugby
4. Tennis
5. Cricket
6. Athletics
7. Snooker
8. Swimming
9. Gymnastics
10. Golf
11. Some other type of sport (please type in)
12. None of these

13. GAMBLING

Q104 - GAMBINTRO

The next questions are about sports and sporting events.

Q105 - SSGAMATT Single coded, Core

In the last 6 months have you placed a bet during any sporting event you attended (that is after the event started)? Placing a bet can be online or in person.

1. Yes
2. No

Q106 - SSBETATT2 Single coded, Core

In the last 6 months how often have you placed a bet during any sporting events you attended? Placing a bet can be online or in person.

1. Every time
2. Most of the time
3. Some of the time
4. Very rarely

999 Don’t know

Q107 - SSGAMLIV Single coded, Core

In the last 12 months have you placed a bet during any sporting event you were watching live on TV (that is after the event started)?

1. Yes
2. No

999 Don’t know

Q108 – SSBETLIV Single coded, Core

In the last 12 months, how often have you placed a bet during any sporting events you were watching live on TV? Placing a bet can be online or in person.

1. Every time
2. Most of the time
3. Some of the time
4. Very rarely

999 Don’t know

14. TOURISM

Q109 - CDOMT12 Single coded, Subset

Have you taken a holiday in England in the last 12 months that involved staying away from home for one night or more?

1. Yes
2. No

Q110 - CDOMWHE1 Single coded, Subset

Thinking about your most recent holiday in England, which of the following best describes the place where you stayed?

If you stayed in more than one place, please think about the place you stayed the longest.

1. City or large town
2. Countryside or village
3. Traditional coastal or seaside town
4. Rural coastline or coastal village
5. Mountains or hills
6. Somewhere else (please type in)

999 Don’t know

Q111 – CDOMLON Single coded, Subset

How many nights were you away for?

1. 1-2 nights
2. 3-6 nights
3. 7-10 nights
4. More than 10 nights

999 Don’t know

Q112 - CDOMATT Single coded, Subset

Still thinking about your most recent holiday in England, did you visit any museums, galleries, heritage or cultural sites or events while you were away?

1. Yes
2. No

Q113 - CDOMCUL Multi coded, Subset

Did you decide to visit this place for any of the following reasons?

Select all that apply

1. To visit museums
2. To attend art exhibitions
3. To visit heritage sites
4. To attend a live performance
5. To participate in dance, music or other creative arts activities
6. None of these

Q114 - CDOMNOHOL Multi coded, Subset

Why have you not taken a holiday in England in the last 12 months that involved staying away from home for one night or more?

Select all that apply

1. I cannot afford it
2. It is not value for money
3. I’m not interested in taking holidays or travelling
4. I cannot get there by public transport
5. Due to lack of accessibility information
6. I went abroad rather than taking a holiday in England
7. I don’t know enough about where to go in England
8. Due to COVID-19 concerns
9. I couldn’t find anywhere available to stay when I planned to go
10. Due to concerns about the weather in England
11. Another reason (please type in)
12. No reason in particular

15. MAJOR EVENTS

Q115 - CEVEAW Multi coded, Subset

Which of these major events have you heard of?

Select all that apply

1. Coronation of His Majesty The King
2. Coventry City of Culture 2021
3. City of Culture Bradford 2025
4. UEFA Women’s EURO 2022
5. Rugby League World Cup 2022
6. None of these

Q116 - SSINTROME

People can participate in these sorts of events in many ways including:

• Attending the event

• Following coverage of the event on TV, radio, newspapers or social media

• Taking part in a voluntary or professional capacity

Q117 - CMAJE12 Multi coded, Subset

Which of these major events have you participated in?

Please include all forms of participation including following coverage of the event.

Select all that apply

1. Coronation of His Majesty The King (to be included in list on/after 6th May 2023)
2. Coventry City of Culture 2021
3. UEFA Women’s EURO 2022
4. Rugby League World Cup 2022
5. None of these

Q118 - SSPART22 Grid, Subset

In which of the following ways have you already participated in…

Select all that apply

1. Coronation of His Majesty The King (to be included in list if on/after 6th May 2023)
2. Coventry City of Culture 2021
3. UEFA Women’s EURO 2022

4. Rugby League World Cup 2022

5. Attended a national event
6. Attended a local event
7. Attended a digital event
8. Following coverage on TV or radio (includes watching the event or news about the event)
9. Following on social media
10. Took part in a voluntary capacity
11. Took part in a professional capacity
12. Took part in some other way

999 Don’t know

Q119 - QNEW CMAJE12FUT Single coded, Subset

And would you be interested in participating in the City of Culture Bradford 2025?

Please include all forms of participation including following coverage of the event.

1. Yes
2. No

999 Don’t know

Q120 - CEVEENGHOWQPJ Multi coded, Subset

In which of the following ways would you be interested in participating in the City of Culture Bradford 2025?

Select all that apply

1. Attending a national event
2. Attending a local event
3. Attending a digital or online event
4. Following coverage on TV or radio (includes watching the event or news about the event)
5. Following on social media
6. Taking part in a voluntary capacity
7. Taking part in a professional capacity
8. Taking part in some other way

999 Don’t know

16. DIGITAL SKILLS AND INFRASTRUCTURE

Q121 - INTDIGINF Core

Now for some questions about your household’s internet and computer use.

Q122 - CINTUSE Single coded, Core

Do you personally use the internet, either at home or anywhere else?

1. Yes
2. No

Q123 - CINTOFT Single coded, Core

How often do you use the internet?

1. Almost all the time
2. Many times a day
3. About once a day
4. Several times a week
5. Less often

Q124 - CSMARTU Multi coded, Core

Which of the following smart devices do you personally own and use at home?

‘Smart’ devices or appliances can connect to the internet.

Please do not include devices owned by your company, for example, a work laptop.

Select all that apply

1. Smartphone
2. Laptop computer
3. Tablet
4. Desktop PC
5. Games Console (such as an Xbox or Playstation)
6. Smart TV
7. Smart printer
8. None of these

Q125 - SSSMARTH Multi coded, Subset

Thinking of the smart devices that you personally own, which, if any, do you also use for business purposes?

Select all that apply

1. Smartphone
2. Laptop computer
3. Tablet
4. Desktop PC
5. Games Console (such as an Xbox or Playstation)
6. Smart TV
7. Smart printer
8. None of these

Q126 – CSMARTD1-8 Drop down, Subset

How many of each of the following do you have in your home? Select 0 if you have none of a particular type.

Smart devices or appliances can connect to the internet.

1. A Wi-Fi router or internet hub (a router connects devices to the internet)
2. Smartwatch or fitness wristband (such as Apple Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch, FitBit, or Jawbone Up)
3. Voice-activated smart speaker device (such as Amazon Echo, Alexa, Google Home)
4. Smart home security (such as device-controlled security, smart door lock or smart camera)
5. Smart energy device (smart meter, bulb or plug) or thermostat
6. Smart kitchen appliance (such as smart fridge, kettle, air fryer)
7. Smart toy or baby monitor for children
8. Some other smart device for the home

Q127 - INTROSMART Subset

Now some questions about smart devices and security features. For example, security features could include fingerprint or facial recognition, visual indicators on cameras and speakers when they are in use, whether your product receives security updates, and end-to-end encryption of your data.

Q128 - SECFEAT1 Single coded, Subset

You said you own the following smart devices:

To what extent did you consider the security features when deciding to buy this/these?

1. Considered security features to a great extent
2. Considered security features to some extent
3. Did not consider security features
4. It differed depending on the device
5. Not applicable – I did not purchase this/these device(s)

Q129 - SECFEAT2 Single coded, Subset

You said you own the following smart devices:

To what extent did you consider the security features when deciding to buy this/these?

1. Considered security features to a great extent
2. Considered security features to some extent
3. Did not consider security features
4. It differed depending on the device
5. Not applicable – I did not purchase this/these device(s)

Q130 - SECFEAT3 Single coded, Subset

You said you own or currently have the following in your home:

To what extent did you consider the security features when deciding to buy this/these?

1. Considered security features to a great extent
2. Considered security features to some extent
3. Did not consider security features
4. It differed depending on the device
5. Not applicable – I did not purchase this/these device(s)

Q131 - SECFEAT4 Single coded, Subset

You said you own or currently have the following in your home

To what extent did you consider the security features when deciding to buy this/these?

1. Considered security features to a great extent
2. Considered security features to some extent
3. Did not consider security features
4. It differed depending on the device
5. Not applicable – I did not purchase this/these device(s)

Q824 - VBB Subset

The next questions are about the smart devices that you currently own or have in your home. Please think of ALL the smart devices that you currently own when answering.

Q132 - CSMARTW Multi coded, Subset

Thinking about all the smart devices that you currently own or have in your home, where did you get them?

Select all that apply.

1. Online shop (such as Argos, John Lewis, Currys)
2. Online marketplace (such as Amazon, eBay, Facebook)
3. A mobile phone network provider (such as O2, Vodafone, EE)
4. In person from a high street or retail park
5. Second hand or charity shop
6. Gift or passed on from family or friends
7. Other (please type in)

Q133 – CSMARTDP Multi coded, Subset

What do you typically do with your smart devices when you no longer need them?

Select all that apply

1. Trade in for another device
2. Return to a shop or retailer to be recycled
3. Recycle (such as using a local E-waste recycling centre)
4. Pass onto family or friend
5. Sell online (such as eBay, Facebook, Music Magpie)
6. Sell at a secondhand shop
7. Give to a secondhand or charity shop
8. Keep as a spare
9. Store it somewhere (not as a spare)
10. Throw it away
11. Other (please type in)

Q134 – CDIGPAR1 Grid, Subset

Have you ever…?

1. Communicated with others by e-mail or other messaging apps (such as WhatsApp)
2. Communicated with others using video tools (such as Facetime, Teams, Skype)
3. Posted content such as messages, photographs or videos on social media (such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat)
4. Recognised what information or content may, or may not, be trustworthy on websites or apps
5. Used search engines to find information you are looking for (such as searching for news using a browser such as Chrome, Internet Explorer or Safari)
6. Stored information online and accessed the content from a different device (such as using the cloud)
7. Accessed or used public services online, including filling in forms (such as vehicle tax, voting registration, medical visits or prescriptions)
8. Used online banking and completed banking transactions online
9. Used online tutorials, web chat, FAQs or forums to improve your skills in using the internet, digital apps or products or services

1. Yes, in the last 12 months
2. Yes, but not in the last 12 months
3. No, I have never done this

Q135 - CDIGPAR2 Grid, Subset

How confident do you feel when doing each of the following?

Select all that apply.

1. Communicating with others by e-mail or other messaging apps (such as WhatsApp)
2. Communicating with others using video tools (such as Facetime, Teams, Skype)
3. Posting content such as messages, photographs or videos on social media (such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat)
4. Recognising what information or content may, or may not, be trustworthy on websites or apps
5. Using search engines to find information you are looking for (such as searching for news using a browser such as Chrome, Internet Explorer or Safari)
6. Storing information online and accessed the content from a different device (such as using the cloud)
7. Accessing or using public services online, including filling in forms (such as vehicle tax, voting registration, medical visits or prescriptions)
8. Using online banking and completed banking transactions online
9. Using online tutorials, web chat, FAQs or forums to improve your skills in using the internet, digital apps or products or services

1. Very confident
2. Quite confident
3. Not very confident
4. Not at all confident

Q136 - CDIGTRA12 Multi coded, Subset

In the last 12 months, have you taken part in any digital or online skills training?

For example, this might include training on basic functions such as using digital or online applications to communicate, conducting internet searches and how to stay safe online.

Select all that apply

1. Yes, as part of my work
2. Yes, outside of work
3. No

Q137 - ACADQUAL Single coded, Subset

In the last 12 months, did you gain an academic qualification for the training you participated in at work? If you are still completing the work training, please select yes if you will gain a qualification.

Academic qualifications can include diplomas, certificates or other qualifications gained from academic institutions such as colleges or universities.

1. Yes
2. No
3. Don’t know

Q138 - ACADQUAL2 Single coded, Subset

Did you gain an academic qualification for the training you completed in your own time? If you are still completing the training, please select yes if you will gain a qualification.

Academic qualifications can include diplomas, certificates or other qualifications gained from academic institutions such as colleges or universities.

1. Yes
2. No
3. Don’t know

Q139 - CDTRAPAY Single coded, Subset

Would you be interested in doing any digital or online skills training?

1. Yes, but only if I didn’t have to pay for it
2. Yes, and I would be willing to pay for it
3. No, I prefer to upskill myself
4. No, not at all

Q140 - CDTRANB Single coded, Subset

How important do you think it is for you to continue to develop digital or online skills to help with your day-to-day activities?

1. Very important
2. Fairly important
3. Not very important
4. Not at all important

Q141 - CDTRANBC Single coded, Subset

How important do you think it is for you to continue to develop digital or online skills in your current career or job?

1. Very important
2. Fairly important
3. Not very important
4. Not at all important
5. I am currently not working

Q142 - CDTRANBC2 Single coded, Subset

How important do you think developing digital or online skills is to help you further your career or job prospects?

1. Very important
2. Fairly important
3. Not very important
4. Not at all important
5. Not applicable

17. BROADBAND

Q143 - BBINTRO Subset

The next few questions are about the internet or broadband connection at your home.

Q144 - SSDIGSPEED Single coded, Subset

What is the current internet or broadband speed at your home? If you are not sure, please give your best estimate.

1. Up to 2Mbps
2. More than 2Mbps, up to 10Mbps
3. More than 10Mbps, up to 24Mbps (also known as ADSL)
4. More than 24Mbps, up to 100Mbps
5. More than 100Mbps, less than 1000Mbps
6. 1000Mbps or above (1Gbps)
7. I do not currently have internet or broadband at home

999 Don’t know

Q823 - SSDPAY2 Single coded, Subset

How does your household currently pay for internet and broadband at your home?

1. As a package/bundle that includes a TV subscription or telephone contract, or
2. Internet or broadband only

999 Don’t know

Q145 - SSDPAY Single coded, Subset

How much does your household currently pay for [internet or broadband/the internet or broadband package or bundle] at your home per month? If you are not sure, please give your best estimate.

1. Up to £20
2. £21 to £30
3. £31 to £40
4. £41 to £50
5. £50 to £60
6. More than £60

999 Don’t know

Q146 - SSDSPEED Single coded, Subset

Thinking about how much your household currently pays per month for internet or broadband at your home, how much extra would you be willing to pay per month to double your broadband speed?
This would allow you to upload and download files more quickly, for example, stream higher quality videos without buffering. If you know that faster broadband is not available where you live, please think about how much extra you would be willing to pay if it WAS available.

1. Up to £2
2. More than £2, up to £5
3. More than £5, up to £7.50
4. More than £7.50, up to £10
5. More than £10, up to £15
6. More than £15
7. I would not be willing to pay any more to double my broadband speed

999 Don’t know

Q147 - SSFTTPPAY Single coded, Subset

How much more would you be willing to pay per month for 1Gbps (1000Mbps) speeds over what you pay for your current package?

1. Up to £5
2. More than £5, up to £10
3. More than £10, up to £15
4. More than £15, up to £25
5. More than £25, up to £35
6. More than £35
7. I would not be willing to pay any more per month for 1Gbps (1000Mbps) speeds

999 Don’t know

18. MOBILE INTERNET

Q148 – MOBINTRO

The next questions are about connecting to the internet using a smartphone.

Q149 - CDIG5GAW Single coded, Subset

5G (which stands for fifth generation) is the next step in mobile technology. It offers faster mobile internet speeds.

Which statement below best describes how much you know about 5G mobile technology?

1. I hadn’t heard of it before now
2. I have heard of it and already use it
3. I have heard of it but am not sure what it is
4. I understand what it is but am not interested in getting it in the near future
5. I understand what it is and am interested in getting it in the near future

Q150 - SS5GWILL Multi coded, Subset

Which of the following do you agree with?

Select all that apply.

1. I would get 5G if it were free
2. I would pay more for 5G if I really thought it would benefit me
3. I am happy with my current mobile internet speed so I would NOT be willing to pay more for 5G
4. I would never get 5G regardless of what it cost
5. Other (please type in)

Q151 - SS5GPAY Single coded, Subset

Thinking about how much you currently pay per month for your mobile subscription or data plan, how much extra would you be willing to pay per month for a 5G data plan?

1. Up to £2
2. More than £2, up to £5
3. More than £5, up to £7.50
4. More than £7.50, up to £10
5. More than £10, up to £15
6. More than £15
7. I would not be willing to pay any more for a 5G data plan
8. I do not currently have a mobile subscription or data plan

999 Don’t know

Q152- SSDIGSAF Multi coded, Subset

Below are some measures that people can take to stay safe and secure online. Which of these things do you do?

Select all that apply

1. Use two step verification to access my accounts or websites through a code sent to my smartphone or other device
2. Use strong passwords for my accounts (for example, three random words)
3. Use a different password for my email account and other online accounts
4. Save passwords in my browser
5. Identify secure websites by looking for the closed padlock and https in the address bar
6. Be cautious of suspicious links in email, websites, social media messages and pop ups
7. Check privacy settings on my social media and other accounts to improve security
8. Activate pop-up blockers on my web browser
9. I do none of these things

Q153 – SSDIGSAFT Multi coded, Subset

Below are some measures that people can take to stay safe and secure while using technology. Which of these things do you do?

Select all that apply

1. Back up my information or content frequently by storing a copy either in the cloud or on an external storage device
2. Create strong passwords that are not easy to guess or related to me, for example using three random words
3. Create different passwords for different devices or accounts
4. Set automatic updates for my computer operating system and security software
5. Allow computer systems and security software to be updated when prompted
6. Change the default password of my Wi-Fi router
7. Change the default password on a home ‘smart’ device – such as a camera or smart TV
8. Consider the security standards of the internet provider when considering a new provider
9. Consider how long a ‘smart’ product will be covered by software updates when choosing which product to purchase
10. I do none of these things

Q154 - SSDIGATT Grid, Subset

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements?

1. Viruses can damage my computer security
2. It is possible to prevent viruses by using software)
3. My online activity produces a permanent record
4. My online activity can be used by others in the future
5. Only people I give permission to capture and use the data I post online
6. I can protect and secure my personal data through privacy settings
7. Online security is something I should be worried about
8. It is my responsibility to keep my cyber security up to date

1. Strongly agree
2. Agree
3. Neither agree nor disagree
4. Disagree
5. Strongly disagree

999 Don’t know

Q155 - SSSECACT Multi coded, Subset

In the last 12 months, have you done any of the following?

Select all that apply

1. Taken part in an online security training course
2. Upgraded the security of your own devices
3. Upgraded the security of someone else’s devices (such as a friend or relative)
4. Looked for information or advice on cyber careers (such as security engineer, security architect or security analyst)
5. Given information or advice about cyber careers to someone else
6. Protected my emails with 2-step verification
7. Protected my emails with three random words
8. Reported a suspicious email, texts or websites
9. Checked website or seller reviews before making a payment online
10. Paid securely online by using a credit card or payment platform. For example, PayPal, Google or Apple Pay
11. None of these

Q156 - SSDIGID Multi coded, Subset

Have you ever tried to verify your own identity online in any of these ways?

For example, when applying for a new passport or applying for a benefit or new job

Select all that apply

1. Provided personal information such as my passport number online as identification
2. Uploaded a document (qualification, identification document) to a digital or online platform
3. Showed documents to someone through a webcam (for example, Zoom, MS Teams)
4. Shared a photo of your documents (such as a passport or qualification)
5. Verified my identity online in some other way (please type in)
6. None of these

Q157 - SSDENQUAL Multi coded, Subset

Which of the following apply to you in your experience of accessing services when using digital methods of identification?

Select all that apply

1. I have always been able to prove my identify or something about myself
2. I have not been successful because the method is difficult to use
3. I have not been successful as I did not have the document in the required format
4. I have not been successful because I chose not to prove my identity
5. I have not been able to access services for any other reason (please type in)
6. None of these

Q158 - SSDIGPREF Grid, Subset

Please indicate below which type of document you would prefer for identification when…

1. Opening a bank account
2. Buying age restricted products like alcohol
3. Accessing benefits
4. Travelling
5. Starting a new job
6. Buying or renting a house

1. Online or digital documents
2. Hard copy documents
3. No preference

Q159 – IGIDINTRO Subset

A digital identity is an electronic representation of a person and information about them, such as their name, address, date of birth and qualifications. It enables them to prove who they are during interactions and transactions online or in person. These checks can be done digitally, by identity service providers. For example, you can use a digital identity when applying for a mortgage, to travel or to get through door security at an event.

Q160 - DIGIDIMP Grid, Subset

If you were to get a digital identity you would need to choose a company or agency to process this for you. In choosing the right company or agency, how important would you consider each of the following?

1. Whether it was endorsed by the government
2. Whether you had heard of the company or agency
3. The level of support offered to complete the identity check
4. The length of time it would take for the identity check to be completed

1. Very important
2. Fairly important
3. Not very important
4. Not at all important

999 Don’t know

19. DATA

Q161 - DATAINTRO Subset

The next set of questions are about information or data collected in general and how it is used more widely within society. When we refer to data, we mean information about people, systems as well as objects.

• People – this includes their names and addresses, or it could be about the population, such as the proportion of adults who own a property.
• Systems – this includes how companies perform, such as hospital waiting times or company sales figures.
• Objects – this includes the stock of food at a supermarket or the number of ventilators at a hospital.

Data are used for many purposes. The following questions are about your views on how data is used.

Q162 – SSINFOC Grid, Subset

Thinking about all information or data collected and how it could be used by different parts of society, how comfortable would you be with each of the following?

Thinking of businesses, how comfortable would you feel about

1. Businesses using data for administrative purposes, for example, compute hours worked or staff pay
2. Businesses using data to uncover patterns and trends, for example, analyse customer spending patterns or competitor behaviour
3. Businesses using data to make and implement better decisions, for example, calculate delivery times or branch profitability
4. Businesses using data to deliver services, for example, checking stock or number of downloads

1. Very comfortable
2. Fairly comfortable
3. Fairly uncomfortable
4. Very uncomfortable
5. Don’t know

Q163 - SSINFOCA Grid, Subset

Now turning to government, how comfortable would you feel about

1. Government using data for administrative purposes, for example, compute hours worked or staff pay
2. Government using data to uncover patterns and trends, for example, analyse citizen behaviour or international trends
3. Government using data to make and implement better decisions, for example, analyse bus use or service engagement
4. Government using data to deliver services, for example, process benefit claims

1. Very comfortable
2. Fairly comfortable
3. Fairly uncomfortable
4. Very uncomfortable
5. Don’t know

Q164 - COOKBAN Single coded, Subset

Cookies are small pieces of information that websites leave on your device, usually to help the website remember information about you. A cookie pop-up is a notification that is displayed on websites to ask visitors for consent for the use of cookies.

When a cookie pop-up is displayed on a website, what do you do on most websites most of the time?

1. Accept all cookies
2. Customise my cookie choices (accept some and reject others)
3. Reject all cookies
4. Not applicable to me - I never visit webpages

999 Don’t know

Q825 - SSINFOC2 Grid, Subset

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements?

1. I am aware of how my personal data is used by businesses
2. I am aware of how my personal data is used by public sector organisations
3. I am comfortable with data being used when it is easy for me to understand how and why it is being used
4. Website cookie pop-ups help me control access to my personal data

1. Strongly agree
2. Agree
3. Neither agree nor disagree
4. Disagree
5. Strongly disagree

999 Don’t know

Q165 - SSINFOS Grid, Subset

How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements?

1. I would share data about my medical history or allergies, with businesses if it helped develop new medicines or treatments
2. I would share data about my medical history or allergies, with government organisations if it helped develop new medicines or treatments
3. I would share data about my spending habits if it would allow me to gain access to services that could save me money, such as better savings accounts
4. I would share data about my online activity, like websites I’ve visited, if it were used to monitor crime and protect me from harm

1. Strongly agree
2. Agree
3. Neither agree nor disagree
4. Disagree
5. Strongly disagree

999 Don’t know

20. MISCELLANEOUS

Q166 - CBELOGB Single coded, Subset

How strongly do you feel you belong to the United Kingdom?

1. Very strongly
2. Fairly strongly
3. Neither strongly nor not strongly
4. Not very strongly
5. Not at all strongly

Q167 – SSMONROL Single coded, Subset

What do you think should be the main role of the Monarchy in the UK?

Please select one answer only

1. To undertake a constitutional role as Head of State (such as opening each new session of Parliament)
2. To support and encourage public service and charitable sectors
3. To recognise and support the armed forces
4. To be the Supreme Governor of the Church of England
5. To provide a sense of continuity and act as a focus for national identity, unity and pride
6. To promote the UK abroad
7. To recognise exceptional achievement by issuing honours (such as MBEs, OBEs)
8. Other

999 Don’t know

21. WELLBEING

Q168 – Wellintro Core

The next questions ask about your feelings on aspects of your life. They are included to help measure people’s wellbeing and the information produced will not identify you or anyone in your household.

There are no right or wrong answers. For each of these questions please give an answer on a scale of 0 to 10, where 0 is ‘not at all’ and 10 is ‘completely’.

Q169 - WELLB1 Single coded, Core

Overall, how satisfied are you with your life nowadays?

1. 0 (Not at all satisfied)
2. 1
3. 2
4. 3
5. 4
6. 5
7. 6
8. 7
9. 8
10. 9
11. 10 (Completely satisfied)

998 Prefer not to say

Q170 - WELLB2 Single coded, Core

Overall, to what extent do you feel that the things you do in your life are worthwhile?

1. 0 (Not at all worthwhile)
2. 1
3. 2
4. 3
5. 4
6. 5
7. 6
8. 7
9. 8
10. 9
11. 10 (Completely worthwhile)

998 Prefer not to say

Q171 - WELLB3 Single coded, Core

Overall, how happy did you feel yesterday?

1. 0 (Not at all happy)
2. 1
3. 2
4. 3
5. 4
6. 5
7. 6
8. 7
9. 8
10. 9
11. 10 (Completely happy)

998 Prefer not to say

Q172 - WELLB4 Single coded, Core

On a scale where 0 is “not at all anxious” and 10 is “completely anxious”, overall, how anxious did you feel yesterday?

1. 0 (Not at all anxious)
2. 1
3. 2
4. 3
5. 4
6. 5
7. 6
8. 7
9. 8
10. 9
11. 10 (Completely anxious)

998 Prefer not to say

Q173 – LONELY Single coded, Core

How often do you feel lonely?

1. Often or always
2. Some of the time
3. Occasionally
4. Hardly ever
5. Never

998 Prefer not to say

22. DEMOGRAPHICS

Q174 - IntroHTen2: Core

The following questions are about you and your circumstances.

Q175 - HTEN1: Single coded, Core

Do you or your household own or rent this accommodation?

1. Owns outright
2. Owns with a mortgage or loan
3. Part-owns and part rents (shared ownership)
4. Rents it (with or without housing benefit)
5. Lives here rent-free

Q176 - HLLord Single coded, Core

Who is your landlord?

1. The or council or ALMO
2. A housing association, RSL, charitable trust or Local Housing Company
3. Employer (organisation) of a household member
4. Another organisation
5. Relative or acquaintance of any current household member from before this tenancy started
6. Employer (individual) of a household member
7. Another individual private landlord

Q177 – HHTYPE Single coded, Core

Do you (and your household) live in…

1. A house or bungalow
2. A self-contained flat, maisonette or apartment
3. A room or rooms (such as a bedsit or flatlet)
4. Some other type of accommodation

Q178 – Ethnic Single coded, Core

What is your ethnic group?

White

1. English or Welsh or Scottish or Northern Irish or British
2. Irish
3. Gypsy or Irish Traveller
4. Any other White background (please type in)

Mixed / Multiple ethnic groups

1. White and Black Caribbean
2. White and Black African
3. White and Asian
4. Any other mixed or multiple ethnic background (please type in)

Asian / Asian British

1. Indian
2. Pakistani
3. Bangladeshi
4. Chinese
5. Any other Asian background (please type in)

Black / African / Caribbean / Black British

1. African
2. Caribbean
3. Any other Black or African or Caribbean background (please type in)

Other ethnic group

1. Arab
2. Any other ethnic group (please type in)

999 Don’t know

998 Prefer not to say

Q179 - RELIGION: Single coded, Core

What is your religion?

1. No religion
2. Christian (including Church of England, Catholic, Protestant, and all other Christian denominations)
3. Buddhist
4. Hindu
5. Jewish
6. Muslim
7. Sikh
8. Any other religion (please type in)

999 Don’t know

998 Prefer not to say

Q180 – Dill Single coded, Core

Do you have any physical or mental health conditions or illnesses lasting or expected to last for 12 months or more?

1. Yes
2. No

999 Don’t know

998 Prefer not to say

Q181 - DIll2 Single coded, Core

Do any of these conditions or illnesses reduce your ability to carry out day-to-day activities?

1. Yes, a lot
2. Yes, a little
3. No, not at all

998 Prefer not to say

Q182 – CARE Single coded, Core

Do you look after, or give any help or support to, anyone because they have long-term physical or mental health conditions or illnesses, or problems related to old age?

Please exclude anything you do as part of your paid employment.

1. Yes
2. No

999 Don’t know

998 Prefer not to say

Q183 – SEXORIEN Single coded, Core

Which of the following options best describes how you think of yourself?

1. Heterosexual or Straight
2. Gay or Lesbian
3. Bisexual
4. Other

998 Prefer not to say

Q184 - EIntro1 Core

The final questions are about your work and employment.

Q185 – QWORK Single coded, Core

What is your current working status?

1. Working full time (30+hours a week)
2. Working part time (less than 30 hours a week)
3. On government supported training
4. Unemployed and available for work
5. On maternity or paternity leave
6. Retired and not working at all
7. Full-time education at school, college or University
8. Looking after home or family
9. Permanently sick or disabled
10. Doing something else

999 Don’t know

998 Prefer not to say

Q186 – STUDY Single coded, Core

Are you at present [at school or 6th form college or] enrolled on any full-time or part-time education course excluding leisure classes?

1. Yes
2. No

Q187 – JOBEVER Single coded, Core

Have you ever done any paid work?

1. Yes, in the last 12 months
2. Yes, but not in the last 12 months
3. No, have never worked

998 Prefer not to say

Q188 – STAT Single coded, Core

[Are or Were] you working as an employee or [are or were] you self-employed?

1. Employee
2. Self-employed with employees
3. Self-employed/freelancer without employees

Q189 – SVise Single coded, Core

In your job, [do or did] you have formal responsibility for supervising the work of other employees?

1. Yes
2. No

Q190 – EmpNo Single coded, Core

How many people [work or worked] for your employer at the place where you [work or worked]?

1. 1 to 24
2. 25 to 499
3. 500 or more employees

Q191– SENo Single coded, Core

How many people [do or did] you employ at the place where you [work or worked]?

1. 1 to 24
2. 25 to 499
3. 500 or more employees

Q200 – NSSEC Single coded, Core

Which of the following best describes the type of work you [do or did]?

1. Modern professional occupations such as: teacher – nurse – physiotherapist – social worker – welfare officer – artist– musician – police officer (sergeant or above) – software designer
2. Clerical and intermediate occupations such as: secretary – personal assistant – clerical worker – office clerk – call centre agent – nursing auxiliary – nursery nurse
3. Senior managers or administrators (usually responsible for planning, organising and co-ordinating work, and for finance) ** such as: finance manager – chief executive
4. Technical and craft occupations such as: motor mechanic – fitter – inspector – plumber – printer – tool maker – electrician – gardener – train driver
5. Semi-routine manual and service occupations such as: postal worker – machine operative – security guard – caretaker – farm worker – catering assistant – receptionist – sales assistant
6. Routine manual and service occupations such as: HGV driver – van driver – cleaner – porter – packer – sewing machinist – messenger – labourer – waiter or waitress – bar staff
7. Middle or junior managers such as: office manager – retail manager – bank manager – restaurant manager – warehouse manager – publican
8. Traditional professional occupations such as: accountant – solicitor – medical practitioner – scientist – civil or mechanical engineer

998 Prefer not to say

Q201 - EDUCAT1 Single coded, Core

Do you have any educational qualifications for which you received a certificate?

1. Yes
2. No

999 Don’t know

998 Prefer not to say

Q202 - EDUCAT2 Single coded, Core

Do you have any professional, vocational or other work-related qualifications for which you received a certificate?

1. Yes
2. No

999 Don’t know

998 Prefer not to say

Q203 - EDUCAT3 Single coded, Core

What is your highest qualification?

• Degree level or above
• Another kind of qualification

999 Don’t know

998 Prefer not to say

Q204 - EDUCAT4 Single coded, Core

And what is your highest qualification in arts or culture, if you have one?

1. Higher degree (for example Masters, PhD)
2. Undergraduate degree
3. A level or equivalent (=NVQ or RQF level 3)
4. GCSE or O-level or CSE (=NVQ or RQF level 2)
5. Arts or culture qualification below this (= NVQ or RQF level 1)
6. Other arts or culture qualification
7. No formal arts or culture qualification

Q205 – FINHARD Single coded, Core

How well would you say you are managing financially these days?

Would you say you are…

1. Living comfortably
2. Doing alright
3. Just about getting by
4. Finding it quite difficult
5. Finding it very difficult

998 Prefer not to say