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From The Rt Hon Hugh Robertson
  • Hugh Robertson visits elite athletes in training

    National training facilities support British success

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Sign up now for London 2012 tickets - urges Olympics Minister

    Stay up to date with the latest ticketing information.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Sports Minister opens Harlow Leisurezone

    New facilities will inspire people to get active in the run up to 2012.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Frank Lampard coaches young footballers

    FA Tesco Skills ambassador marks expansion of football skills training programme for young people.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • PM and Culture Secretary head to Zurich for 2018 bid decision

    England bid team gets ready for final presentation.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • IOC praises preparations for London 2012

    Games remain on time and within budget.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • More funding for Olympic and Paralympic sports

    UK Sport announces £2.6 million increase for success in 2012.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Tackling discrimination in football

    Kick It Out, football’s body for equality and inclusion publish their annual report with representation and vigilance as the focus.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Playing fields protected

    Safeguards are protecting the places people play sport.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • November London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic budget report published - Anticipated final cost down £29m

    The London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games remains on time and within budget, data published today by the Government and Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) confirms.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • November London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic budget report published - Anticipated final cost down £29m

    The London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games remains on time and within budget.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Government forced to step in to determine levy scheme

    The government will be responsible for determining the 50th Horserace Betting Levy after the parties involved failed to reach agreement.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • London 2012 Olympic Games ticket prices

    Wide range of prices announced for Olympic events.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Prime Minister welcomes FIFA President to Downing Street

    David Cameron says hosting World Cup in 2018 would be an honour.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Deputy Prime Minister welcomes FIFA inspection team

    Nick Clegg tells  FIFA that the Government is 100 per cent behind England’s bid to host the 2018 World Cup.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Top new facilities to prepare for 2012

    Elite athletes start training in facilities replicating the conditions of London 2012

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Become a London 2012 Games Maker

    Anyone can now volunteer to be a part of the London 2012 Games.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Sports stars celebrate London Youth Games

    Former competitors join hall of fame.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Arsenal Fanshare scheme welcomed

    Hugh Robertson welcomes Arsenal’s proposed Fanshare scheme

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Transport routes during the 2012 Games

    Olympic Route Network published

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government