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Olympic honour for Livingstone

Mayor of London Ken Livingstone has received the International Olympic Committee Sport and the Community Trophy in recognition of his work for the London 2012 bid.

 Mayor Ken Livingstone with Keith Mills after the London 2012 bid presentation in SingaporeMayor Ken Livingstone with Keith Mills after the London 2012 bid presentation in Singapore

British Olympic Association (BOA) President Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal presented the award today at a ceremony in London.

Each year the National Olympic Committees around the world present an award to an individual who has shown outstanding commitment to the Olympic movement.

The 2006 trophy recognises individuals worldwide who have raised awareness of sport in the community.

BOA Chief Executive Simon Clegg said: "As a result of Ken's vision, commitment and support for the London Olympic Bid, sport and the community across the entire country has been given the greatest opportunity of a generation.

"We now have the ability to build a healthier and stronger nation, where every child can reach its potential irrespective of geographical upbringing or financial means - an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy well beyond the Games in 2012."

16 June 2006



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