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  • Public transport Games ‘delivered’ says London 2012

    Record-breaking numbers used road and rail to venues across the UK.

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  • Culture Secretary calls for post-Olympic tourism revolution

    £8 million marketing campaign aiming to triple the number of Chinese tourists visiting the UK, further investment in domestic tourism, plus increase sport and cultural tourism.

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

  • Post-Olympic tourism revolution

    Jeremy Hunt announces new strategy to boost visitors by building on London 2012 success.

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

  • 2012 – Our best ever tourism year

    Tuesday 14 August 2012 Tate Modern, London CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY It’s a pleasure to welcome you to Tate Modern. In just 12 years this has…

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

  • Construction completes on the Olympic Stadium

    On time, under budget and with an exemplary safety record.

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

  • Capital Grant scheme open for listed places of worship

    Funding worth £1.1m available to all denominations and faiths across the UK

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

  • Leading artists head the line-up for the London 2012 Festival

    First group of commissions unveiled.

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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

  • Olympics tickets go on sale

    Website opens to apply for tickets as London marks 500 days to the Games.

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

  • One year to London 2012 Festival

    Tracey Emin to be among leading artists who will design Olympic and Paralympic posters to be shown in a free exhibition as part of festival

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

  • Selection events for Olympics volunteers launched

    Thousands of volunteers will be interviewed over the next 14 months for their chance to be a London 2012 Games Maker.

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

  • Olympic boost for UK economy

    Huge investment in British business sees deals worth up to £14bn announced in recent weeks.

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

  • Shonibare’s ‘Ship’ aims to set sail to Greenwich

    National Maritime Museum and the Art Fund ask for your help to secure ‘fourth plinth’ piece.

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

  • Elite sport to benefit from funding in run up to Rio 2016

    Team GB athletes will benefit from £125m every year before the next Olympic Games, Prime Minister David Cameron announced today.

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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

  • Detail of extended grant scheme announced

    Changes to Listed Places of Worship grants will come into effect in autumn.

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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

  • Prime Minister lights up Olympic Stadium for the first time

    Local school children join PM for milestone moment on 2012 day.

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