London 2012

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In Making it happen...

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

Planning consultations Giving members of the public a chance to be heard.
Sustainability London is the first Summer Host City to embed susta...
Transport We want all spectators to leave their cars at home.

In Get Involved...

Business Network Welcome to the Business Network.
Cultural Olympiad A series of events to showcase UK art and culture
Education Using the power of the Games to inspire children.
Inspire programme Inspiring thousands of people across the UK
Jobs A job at London 2012 is once-in-a-lifetime chance.

Live Sites Big screens and event spaces in urban centres
Open Weekend A yearly UK-wide celebration counting down to 2012
Upcoming events Find out what’s going on near you
Volunteering home Up to 70,000 volunteers will make the Games happen

In The Games...

Ceremonies A key feature of all Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Games heritage The UK has strong historical ties to both Games.
Olympic Park Creating a green space for the Games and beyond.
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

In Visiting in 2012...

Accommodation London has accommodation to suit every taste.
Getting to the Games There will be a wide range of transport options
Safety and security Our aim is to ensure a safe and secure Games.
Tickets Sign up now for news on tickets

Win £200 for the London 2012 online shop!

Take a penalty blindfolded and win £200 to spend in the London 2012 online shop!

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Get set to make your mascot – enter now!

Get Set is challenging students to design a version of Wenlock or Mandeville that represents their local area or community – and there are some fantastic prizes up for grabs!

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New Velodrome internal webcam

See how work is progressing inside the Velodrome on our
latest webcam.

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Usain Bolt visits the Olympic Park

Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt visited the Olympic Park and saw the Olympic Stadium where he hopes to be competing in 2012.

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Have you got what it takes?

The official London 2012 Volunteer Programme has launched.

Now's the time to find out if you've got what it takes to be a Games Maker

Olympic Games 27 July-12 Aug 2012

687 Days to go

Paralympic Games 29 Aug-9 Sept 2012

720 Days to go

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News

Refugee Zana Abdollah’s short film Our Country wins Film Nation:Shorts ‘Film of the Month’ for August 2010
06 September 2010

Butterflies and bees already buzzing around the Olympic Park
31 August 2010

London 2012 Water Polo Arena gets planning go-ahead
27 August 2010

Blog

Round one of women boxers’ journey to 2012 gets underway
Matt, LOCOG Boxing Manager
09 September 2010

Photos of the week: Bolt out of the bloom
Harley, LOCOG Communications team
03 September 2010

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Webcams

Videos

Mascot toys: Wenlock and Mandeville are available from the London 2012 online shop and the London 2012 shop in St Pancras from 29 August.

Photos: View some of the latest photos from the Olympic Park and venues, plus London 2012 events.

The Games: Learn more about the venues and sports of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Have you got what it takes?: The search for up to 70,000 London 2012 Games Makers has begun.

Win £200 for the London 2012 online shop!

Get set to make your mascot – enter now!

New Velodrome internal webcam

Usain Bolt visits the Olympic Park