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London Future

2012

2012

The Standard’s idea of using the 2012 Olympics as a mobilising force to encourage better sporting facilities from the grassroots level upwards and which will introduce a whole new generation to sport is close to my heart and has my full support.

Michael Phelps | Six-time Olympic Gold Medallist and Multiple World Record Holder


As iconic as a London taxi cab, Nelson's Column and Chelsea football club. The Standard is key to Olympics triumph.

Lord Sebastian Coe | Chairman of the London organising committee


Olympic 2012 Sporting Legacy for London


The Evening Standard has launched a major campaign for a Olympic 2012 Sporting Legacy for London.

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The Evening Standard Charter to secure an Olympic Legacy: Make 2012 Count for London.


  • Create sporting inspiration and facilities "that last for the generation to come"
  • Secure access to top-class sporting facilities for all
  • Ringfence money to secure Olympic legacy and ensure millions more participate in sport
  • No more sell-offs of school or council sports facilities
  • Establish a system of "Olympic Champions" with top atheletes going into schools to inspire children teachers and parents


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2012 and London


The 2012 Olympics will provide the opportunity for many areas of the City to accelerate proposed regeneration projects as well as creating new ones.Below is an insight of how the London region will benefit from the 2012 games.

  • It is estimated that London’s GDP will increase by £5,900 (million) between 2005 and 2016
  • The Olympics provide the city with an opportunity to promote itself to the international business community and attract additional investment from overseas
  • Between 2005 and 2016, the gross value added to the tourism economy in the UK is forecast at £518m and in London at £244million.
  • 9,000 New homes will be built, in turn leading to schools, health facilities and new communities being created.
  • Parklands will be restored and enhanced restoring the recreational and ecological role of the Lower Lea Valley.
  • It is estimated that an additional 8,164 full time jobs will be created in the UK and a further 38.875 created in London
  • Up to 70,000 volunteer positions will need filling for the duration of the actual events