Living in Britain presents the findings from the 2002 General Household Survey, covering the period April 2002 to March 2003. The General Household Survey is a continuous survey which collects information on a range of topics from people living in private households in Great Britain. This report presents up-to-date information on a wide range of socio - demographic subjects, providing a comprehensive picture of how we live in Britain today. It describes the social change we have experienced since the General Household Survey began in 1971. The report includes information on population characteristics, households and families, marriage and cohabitation, health and use of health services, housing tenure, ownership of consumer durables smoking and drinking. The data within this book is vital for government departments and other organisations such as educational establishments, business and charities, for planning and monitoring processes and contributing to policy decisions.