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In Making it happen...

Advertising and Trading Regulations Advertising and Trading regulations
Funding the Games The Games are delivered by two key organisations.
Infrastructure A new utilities infrastructure for 2012 and beyond.
Latest progress Preparations for the London 2012 Games are on track.
Legacy after the Games The Olympic Park will be transformed after 2012.

Living near the Olympic Park Information for residents and local businesses
Local access and parking plans Help avoid congestion next summer
Planning consultations Giving members of the public a chance to be heard.
Sustainability Sustainability is embedded in all our planning.
Testing programme A key part of preparations for London 2012

In Get Involved...

What's on Explore the London 2012 event listings
Cultural Olympiad The London 2012 Games is for everyone
Local Leaders Help organise a London 2012 celebration.
Education Using the power of the Games to inspire children.
Live Sites Big screens and event spaces in urban centres

Jobs Working for London 2012 is your chance to share a m...
Business Network Welcome to the Business Network.
Volunteering home Up to 70,000 volunteers will make the Games happen
Inspire programme Inspiring thousands of people across the UK
London 2012 Festival The biggest festival the UK has ever seen

In The Games...

Olympic sports The London 2012 Olympic Games comprise 26 sports.
Paralympic sports The London 2012 Paralympic Games feature 20 sports.
Venues The venues hosting the action in 2012
Olympic Park Creating a green space for the Games and beyond.
Games heritage The UK has strong historical ties to both Games.

Ceremonies The Ceremonies will be highlights of London 2012
Olympic & Paralympic mascots Meet Wenlock and Mandeville!
Olympic Torch Relay Homepage of the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay
Paralympic Torch Relay Homepage of the London 2012 Paralympic Torch Relay
Sport competition schedules World-class sport will take place at London 2012

In Visiting in 2012...

Accessibility Information on accessibility services and facilities
Accommodation London has accommodation to suit every taste.
Getting to the Games Travel information by venue
Safety and security Our aim is to ensure a safe and secure Games.
Tickets Find out more about tickets for the Games

London 2012 Olympic Games

Torch design reveal

Plans for Olympic Flame revealed

Flame will be lit in Greece on 10 May and travel on a special gold-liveried aircraft to the UK.

Find out more about the Olympic Torch Relay

Chris Hoy competing at Beijing 2008

Top athletes confirmed for Track Cycling test event

World-class riders including Sir Chris Hoy and Victoria Pendleton will compete at the UCI Track Cycling World Cup, presented by Samsung on 16–19 February 2012.

Top Trumps

Test your Olympic knowledge

Put your knowledge of British Olympic legends to the test through five rounds of online Top Trumps fun.

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Beijing 2008 Football 3

Get on the ball for London 2012 tickets

Tickets for the Olympic Football Tournament are on sale on a first come, first served basis until 6pm on 6 February 2012.

Visit the ticketing website now

Team GB ducks

London 2012 Shop

The London 2012 Shop stocks a great range of products for every occasion, including many exciting toys and games.

Items are available now from our online shop or at London 2012 stores

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Olympic Games 27 July-12 Aug 2012

174 Days to go

Paralympic Games 29 Aug-9 Sept 2012

207 Days to go

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Deadline extended to apply for permission to trade or advertise near London 2012 venues
03 February 2012

London 2012 reveals plans for Olympic Flame
01 February 2012

Final country joins London 2012 International Inspiration programme
01 February 2012

Blog

London 2012 qualification round-up – 3 February
Lianne, London 2012 Trailblazer Volunteer
03 February 2012

The Paralympic Games will help change attitudes towards disability
Chris Holmes, LOCOG Director of Paralympic Integration
27 January 2012

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Aquatics Centre

Aquatics Centre

Take a look at our venues as they're built. Watch progress over time.

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Videos

Videos

Danny Boyle previews London 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony

Danny Boyle previews London 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony

With six months to go until the...

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London 2012 shop at Terminal 5

London 2012 shop: A full range of merchandise is available through our online store or in official London 2012 shops.

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Photos: View some of the latest photos from London 2012 venues and events around the UK as the countdown to the Games continues.

Mascots with Ellie Simmonds

Mascots: Follow Wenlock and Mandeville on their journey around the UK, or have a go at one of their great new games.

Boxing, Men's Middle (75kg) Quarterfinal, Beijing 2008

Sport: Find out more about the Olympic and Paralympic sports taking place at the London 2012 Games.

Sports at the London 2012 Games