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From The Rt Hon Hugh Robertson
  • £10.2m boost for disability sport

    Legacy fund aims to continue momentum from Paralympic Games.

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

  • Communities across the country encouraged to celebrate ‘Host a Nation Week’

    Online toolkit launched for local communities wanting to get involved.

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

  • Competition schedule for 2012 Olympic Games

    Full details for the 19 days of sporting competition.

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

  • Government backs plan to host major international sporting events

    UK Sport’s Gold Event Series to create ‘A Stage to Inspire’ as part of Olympic legacy.

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

  • Olympics delivered £7.3 billion win through construction of Park

    Sport, community and regeneration legacy plans from Olympic and Paralympic Games also on track.

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

  • London 2012 construction's £7.3 billion impact on UK economy

    Independent report shows sport, community and regeneration legacy plans are also on track.

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

  • London 2012 forecast to come in nearly £400 million under budget

    Final quarterly economic report shows expected £377 million saving; work underway to transform Park for legacy use.

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

  • London 2012 forecast to come in almost £400m under budget

    The London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games is set to come in under budget, according to the Government’s final quarterly economic report.

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

  • Written Ministerial Statement: the sporting legacy of London 2012

    Tuesday 18 September 2012 The Government are determined to deliver on the commitment to “Inspire a Generation” and secure a lasting sporting…

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

  • £2m to protect playing fields

    Grassroots facilities to benefit from Olympic legacy fund.

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

  • St George’s Park opens

    New National Football Centre gets Royal approval.

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

  • Sports and Tourism Minister visits South West

    Hugh Robertson heads to the South West for his first visit as Tourism Minister

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

  • Learning Legacy future secured

    Construction projects can continue to learn from Games venue success.

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

  • Britain 'should feel immensely proud'

    Sports Minister praises all those involved in London 2012

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

  • Sainsbury's pledges to inspire next generation

    Investment in inclusive sport for schools will build on the success of the School Games.

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

  • Unlimited festival celebrates inspiration of Paralympics

    200 disabled and deaf artists present work that celebrates Games and breaks down barriers

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

  • A journey of discovery

    The London 2012 Paralympic Games begins with a science-inspired, wonder-filled opening ceremony

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

  • Celebration cauldron lit in Trafalgar Square

    First of four national ceremonies to create the Paralympic Flame

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

  • Two years to go

    Countdown to Paralympic Games begins

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

  • International Paralympic Day

    Experience the excitement of the Paralympic Games.

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