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From The Rt Hon Hugh Robertson
  • Olympic hockey pitch unveiled

    Hugh Robertson joins leading sports figures to see the state of the art venue in action.

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

  • London 2012: still on time and within budget

    Quarterly Report reveals additional investment in ceremonies; detailed planning results in changes to security costs

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

  • IOC praise London 2012 preparations during visit

    Games plans well on track and IOC happy with legacy strategy

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

  • Hampton Court to host London 2012 Cycling Time Trial

    Detailed route map published

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

  • Manchester gets ready for 2012 Games

    Hugh Robertson sees behind-the-scenes preparations for Olympics and Paralympics.

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

  • Olympic canoe slalom course opened by HRH The Princess Royal

    First purpose built 2012 venue open for community use ahead of the Games.

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

  • Olympic Stadium on track

    Finishing touches made to Olympic Stadium track as IAAF officials come to town.

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

  • Weymouth and Portland witnesses sailing history

    Team GB’s Sailing team has a historic day by the seaside.

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

  • UK hosts Commonwealth sports ministers on eve of London 2012

    Hugh Robertson joins colleagues to discuss connection between sport, development and peace.

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

  • Opening Ceremony is ‘greatest show on earth’

    A uniquely British odyssey marks beginning of the XXX Olympiad

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

  • £19.4 million Olympic legacy boost for grassroots sports clubs

    377 community sports projects across England will benefit.

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

  • Sports Minister bets Team GB’s gold medal haul will outweigh Australia’s

    Hugh Robertson’s wager with Australian Sports Minister.

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

  • Celebrating the 1500th Inspire project

    Hugh Robertson sees the programme in action with West Midlands Fire Service.

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

  • Testing the water

    Sports & Olympics Minister visits London 2012 sailing venue.

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

  • Equestrianism has a role to play in London 2012 sporting legacy

    World Horse Welfare annual conference looks ahead to the Olympic and Paralympics

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

  • Positive changes to girls’ football

    Mixed football teams for 12 and 13 year olds from next season.

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

  • Have you got what it takes to be an Olympian?

    UK Sport is looking for athletes with raw talent to develop into future medalists

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

  • Armitt report hails construction of Olympic Park a superb advertisement for UK

    Olympic project a perfect mix of expertise, imagination and ambition.

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

  • London 2012 medals handed over to the Tower of London

    Official ceremony to securely store medals until they’re awarded during the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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

  • 200 days until Paralympic Games

    Just 200 days to go until the largest Paralympic Games ever.

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