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In Making it happen...

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

Planning consultations Giving members of the public a chance to be heard.
Sustainability Sustainability is embedded in all our planning.
Testing programme Testing programme
Transport We want all spectators to leave their cars at home.

In Get Involved...

Jobs A job at London 2012 is once-in-a-lifetime chance.
Business Network Welcome to the Business Network.
Cultural Olympiad CulturalOlympiad
Education Using the power of the Games to inspire children.
Inspire programme Inspiring thousands of people across the UK

Live Sites Big screens and event spaces in urban centres
Open Weekend A yearly UK-wide celebration counting down to 2012
Upcoming events Find out what’s going on near you
Volunteering home Up to 70,000 volunteers will make the Games happen

In The Games...

Olympic Sport The London 2012 Olympic Games comprise 26 sports.
Paralympic sports The London 2012 Paralympic Games feature 20 sports.
Olympic sport competition schedule Competition schedule
Venues The venues hosting the action in 2012
Olympic Park Creating a green space for the Games and beyond.

Ceremonies A key feature of all Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Torch Relays The Torch Relays will shine a light on the UK
Games heritage The UK has strong historical ties to both Games.
Mascots Meet London 2012 mascots Wenlock and Mandeville

In Visiting in 2012...

Accessibility Information on accessibility services and facilities
Accommodation London has accommodation to suit every taste.
Getting to the Games Travel information by venue
Safety and security Our aim is to ensure a safe and secure Games.
Tickets Find out about tickets for the Olympic and Paralymp...

London 2012 Olympic Games

Games Makers Glasgow promo

Volunteer selection programme arrives in Scotland

Sir Craig Reedie launches the latest leg of the Games Maker selection process in Glasgow

Paralympic Shooting

On target for London 2012

With the Paralympic Shooting World Cup taking place this week in Spain, now is a great time to learn more about the sport

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New sculpture for the Olympic Park

A new permanent piece of public art will be installed in the north of the Olympic Park later this year.

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Canada compete at the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games

Sign up for Paralympic Games tickets now

You can apply for tickets for the Paralympic Games between 9 and 30 September 2011.

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London 2012 Shop

The London 2012 Shop has a wide range of clothing, gifts and collectables.

Items are available now from our online shop, or at London 2012 stores in central London

Olympic Games 27 July-12 Aug 2012

449 Days to go

Paralympic Games 29 Aug-9 Sept 2012

482 Days to go

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News

Big Dance initiative set to expand for London 2012 Festival
04 May 2011

London 2012 volunteer selection programme arrives in Scotland
04 May 2011

Massive demand for London 2012 Olympic Games tickets
27 April 2011

Blog

Now and then: Javelin
Uzma, Marketing Assistant
28 April 2011

Photos of the week: London 2012 mascots visit Tower Bridge
Harley, LOCOG Communications team
28 April 2011

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What's happening now...

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Aquatics Centre

Aquatics Centre

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

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Videos

London 2012 Velodrome construction complete

London 2012 Velodrome construction complete

Team GB cyclists, Chris Hoy, Victoria Pendleton and others tell...

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London 2012 Velodrome construction complete

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London 2012 shop at Terminal 5

London 2012 shops: are located at Heathrow Terminal 5 and St Pancras International station, as well as various places in central London.

Aquatics Centre

Photos: View some of the latest photos from the Olympic Park and venues, plus London 2012 events.

Paralympic swimmer

The Games: Learn more about the venues and sports of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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Mascots: Follow Wenlock and Mandeville on their journey around the UK as they try out different sports.