Chair of the London 2012 Organising Committee Sebastian Coe this week welcomed the North East region's plans to make the most of the 2012 Games.
He was on hand for the plan's launch at Gateshead International Stadium, where he met hundreds of young people taking part in the Tyne and Wear Festival of Sport.
During his visit to the region, Coe also went to the under-construction Sunderland Aquatic Centre, which will incorporate a 50 metre pool, 25 metre diving and multi-purpose pool and Wellness Centre.
Seb said: "The London 2012 Games are truly a Games for the whole nation. I was delighted to be in the North East to hear more about the region's priorities and plans to maximise the benefits of the London 2012 Games.
"It was also an opportunity to see first hand the progress being made to increase sports provision in the area and to celebrate the sporting achievements of local youngsters."
20 July 2007
During his visit to the region, Coe also went to the under-construction Sunderland Aquatic Centre, which will incorporate a 50 metre pool, 25 metre diving and multi-purpose pool and Wellness Centre.
Seb said: "The London 2012 Games are truly a Games for the whole nation. I was delighted to be in the North East to hear more about the region's priorities and plans to maximise the benefits of the London 2012 Games.
"It was also an opportunity to see first hand the progress being made to increase sports provision in the area and to celebrate the sporting achievements of local youngsters."
20 July 2007
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