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In Making it happen...

Advertising and Trading Regulations Advertising and Trading regulations
Funding the Games The Games are delivered by two key organisations.
Infrastructure A new utilities infrastructure for 2012 and beyond.
Latest progress Preparations for the London 2012 Games are on track.
Legacy after the Games The Olympic Park will be transformed after 2012.

Living near the Olympic Park Information for residents and local businesses
Local access and parking plans Help avoid congestion this summer
Planning consultations Giving members of the public a chance to be heard.
Sustainability Sustainability is embedded in all our planning.
Testing programme A key part of preparations for London 2012

In Get Involved...

What's on Explore the London 2012 event listings
Cultural Olympiad The London 2012 Games is for everyone
Local Leaders Help organise a London 2012 celebration.
Education Using the power of the Games to inspire children.
Live Sites Big screens and event spaces in urban centres

Jobs Working for London 2012 is your chance to share a m...
Business Network Welcome to the Business Network.
Volunteering home Up to 70,000 volunteers will make the Games happen
Inspire programme Inspiring thousands of people across the UK
London 2012 Festival The biggest festival the UK has ever seen

In The Games...

Olympic sports The London 2012 Olympic Games comprise 26 sports.
Paralympic sports The London 2012 Paralympic Games feature 20 sports.
Venues The venues hosting the action in 2012
Olympic Park Creating a green space for the Games and beyond.
Games heritage The UK has strong historical ties to both Games.

Ceremonies The Ceremonies will be highlights of London 2012
Olympic & Paralympic mascots Meet Wenlock and Mandeville!
Olympic Torch Relay Homepage of the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay
Paralympic Torch Relay Homepage of the London 2012 Paralympic Torch Relay
Sport competition schedules World-class sport will take place at London 2012

In Visiting in 2012...

Accessibility Information on accessibility services and facilities
Accommodation London has accommodation to suit every taste.
At the venues Information and advice for ticket holders
Getting to the Games Travel information by venue
Safety and security Our aim is to ensure a safe and secure Games.

Tickets Find out more about tickets for the Games

London 2012 Olympic Games

Water Polo Arena complete

Construction on Water Polo Arena complete

Distinguishable by its inflatable roof, the venue will stage the men’s and women’s Water Polo competitions during the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Sign up to be a London 2012 Local Leader

Get set to celebrate London 2012 across the UK!

The Local Leaders initiative is inviting people who are excited about London 2012 to get involved and help bring the Games into their community.

Hadleigh Farm action

Mountain Bike venue on course for the Games

London 2012 Organising Committee announces improvements and alterations to the Hadleigh Farm course.

Football test event - tickets on sale now

Football test event tickets on sale now

On 23 April, the men's Olympic Football Qualification Play-Off Match between Oman and Senegal takes place at the City of Coventry Stadium.

Tickets are on sale now

Afternoon tea set

London 2012 Shop

The London 2012 Shop stocks a great range of products for every occasion, including all you need to indulge in afternoon tea

Items are available now online or at London 2012 stores

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Olympic Games 27 July-12 Aug 2012

109 Days to go

Paralympic Games 29 Aug-9 Sept 2012

142 Days to go

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News

Mountain Bike venue on course for the Games
04 April 2012

London 2012 revs up with official vehicle registration numbers
04 April 2012

Local Leaders get set to celebrate London 2012 across the UK
03 April 2012

Blog

‘Our vision has always been to use the city as a backdrop for the Games’
James, LOCOG Director of Venues and Infrastructure
05 April 2012

Sparking minds: the Paralympic Torch STEM Challenge
Chris Holmes, LOCOG Director of Paralympic Integration
26 March 2012

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Webcams

Webcams

Olympic Park viewed from south to north

Olympic Park viewed from south to north

Take a look at our venues as they're built. Watch progress over time.

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Videos

Videos

Olympic Torchbearers to get their moment to shine

Olympic Torchbearers to get their moment to shine

Jonathan Edwards shares his...

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London 2012 shop at Terminal 5

London 2012 shop: A full range of merchandise is available through our online store or in official London 2012 shops.

Olympic Rings on the Thames

Photos: View some of the latest photos from London 2012 venues and events around the UK as the countdown to the Games continues.

Mascots with Ellie Simmonds

Mascots: Follow Wenlock and Mandeville on their journey around the UK, or have a go at one of their great new games.

Rowers

Sport: Find out more about the Olympic and Paralympic sports taking place at the London 2012 Games.

Sports at the London 2012 Games