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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

May 2006

UK School Games Launched

31 May 2006

Glasgow today declared that it was ready to welcome the 1200 youngsters expected for the inaugural UK School Games in September.

Higgins: partnerships key to Games success

26 May 2006

Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) Chief Executive David Higgins has spoken about the importance of partnerships in ensuring the success of the London 2012 Games.

Daley Thompson to train young athletes

22 May 2006

London 2012 Ambassador Daley Thompson has been called upon to whip young British athletes into shape for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

London 2012 inspires ‘Water City’

22 May 2006

The home of London 2012 will be transformed into the 'Venice of the East End' according to a strategy launched today.

Olympic Delivery Partner shortlist announced

18 May 2006

The Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) today announced the shortlist for the Delivery Partner contract.

Omega signs for London 2012 Games

16 May 2006

London 2012 Chairman Sebastian Coe has welcomed today's announcement that watchmaker Omega has extended its partnership with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to include the London 2012 Games.

Lower Lea Valley Regeneration Strategy launched

16 May 2006

London 2012 welcomed today's launch of the Lower Lea Valley Regeneration Strategy in Canary Wharf.

Tour takes to 2012 road race course

15 May 2006

Parts of the 2012 Road Cycling course are to be trialled in this year's Tour of Britain.

New HR Director appointed

15 May 2006

London 2012 today announced the appointment of Jean Tomlin as Director of Human Resources.

2012 fundraising ahead of schedule

15 May 2006

Sales of scratchcards to raise funds for the 2012 Games have exceeded their target by 16.4 per cent.

Coe opens new Gateshead Stadium

15 May 2006

London 2012 Chairman Sebastian Coe has opened the new Gateshead International Stadium.

Sir Peter Mason to join 2012 Delivery Authority Board

11 May 2006

Sir Peter Mason has been appointed to the board of the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA), the Department for Culture, Media and Sport announced today.

London named as 2011 Worldskills host

11 May 2006

The UK has won a bid to host the WorldSkills Competition in London in 2011.

London 2012 team receive honours

11 May 2006

Members of the London 2012 team have received their honours from HRH The Queen at an investiture at Buckingham Palace.

ODA progressing with Delivery Partner contract

10 May 2006

The Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) has today provided an update on progress on the key Delivery Partner contract.

London 2012 in a town near you

9 May 2006

This summer a London 2012 roadshow will be travelling throughout the UK to spread the word about the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games.

Businesses urged to gear up for Games

9 May 2006

Businesses across the UK have been urged to ensure they are prepared to make the most of the opportunities presented by the 2012 Games.

Lemley: Games can showcase UK construction talent

8 May 2006

London 2012 can learn lessons from successful British construction projects such as Terminal 5 and the new Arsenal Football Stadium - ODA Chair Jack Lemley said today.

Deighton learns from Manchester legacy

8 May 2006

Paul Deighton, chief executive of the London Olympic Games Organising Committee (LOCOG), has paid a visit to Manchester to learn how the city created lasting legacy of regeneration.