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  • Olympic business summits

    Prime Minister announces programme of business events expected to generate more than £1bn in trade and investment for the UK.

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

  • The Olympics buzz arrives on Horse Guards

    As London 2012 draws ever closer, the Household Cavalry museum has joined in the spirit of the Games with the official opening of a new Olympic exhibition.

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

  • Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt's Olympic tour comes to Surrey

    Businesses are urged to make the most of 2012 as VisitEngland campaign gathers pace

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

  • Andrew Flintoff and Denise Lewis back the 'Sport is GREAT' campaign

    Olympic gold medallist and Ashes hero to promote Britain’s passion for sport to the world.

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

  • Sainsbury's provides £10 million investment for School Games

    Department of Health strengthens investment with additional £14m.

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

  • Culture Secretary's Olympic tour arrives in Norwich

    Businesses are urged to make the most of 2012.

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

  • Culture Secretary's Olympic tour comes to North East

    Businesses Urged to Make the Most of 2012 as Schools urged to sign up for Sainsbury's School Games.

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

  • Culture Secretary's Olympic tour comes to host football venue Old Trafford

    Businesses urged to make most of 2012: Jeremy Hunt updates on new Youth Sport Strategy and £10 million funding from Sainsbury's for the School Games.

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

  • International Olympic Committee hail London as 'legacy blueprint'

    International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Jacques Rogge has hailed London 2012 as a “legacy blueprint” for future Olympic Games.

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

  • Culture Secretary's Olympic tour comes to Yorkshire

    Businesses Urged to Make the Most of 2012.

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

  • London 2012 inspires BME sports players

    Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) people motivated to do sport, voluntary work or cultural activities in the run up to London 2012

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

  • London 2012 hailed as “legacy blueprint”

    International Olympic Committee (IOC) chief praises UK during final visit before the Games

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

  • Transcript: International Olympic Committee press conference

    PM: "London will be ready on time and on budget; ready to welcome the greatest sporting events on the planet"

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

  • AFC Wimbledon rewarded for community work

    Minister for Sport presents club with Big Society Award

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

  • London 2012 Olympic legacy plans

    President Jacques Rogge has hailed London 2012 as a 'legacy blueprint' for future Olympic Games.

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

  • Transcript: Prime Minister's Olympic reception

    PM: "Welcome to London, it's going to be a great Games."

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

  • Sports Minister outlines sports legacy of London 2012 during opening of iconic Europa Centre

    London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games will be the catalyst for a revolution in British sport at all levels over the next decade.

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

  • 150 days until the Games begin

    150 ways the Olympics are helping people and places all around the UK.

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

  • Torchbearers and street route for Olympic Flame revealed

    Thousands of people will take turns to carry the Torch around the UK.

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

  • London 2012 anti-doping laboratory unveiled

    Olympics Minister tours the facility

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