Assembly heralds 2012 Games ‘year to go’ milestone

27 JULY 2011

Exactly a year out from the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.  Jennette Arnold AM, Chair of the London Assembly, said:

 “With just a year to go until London moves into the spotlight as host city of the 2012 Games, the excitement is building by the day.

“The Games are a fantastic opportunity to showcase our magnificent capital, with a range of new venues set against the historic backdrop of London’s iconic landmarks.

“Having carried out extensive work on the plans and preparations, the Assembly welcomes the tremendous progress that has been made to ensure both Londoners and visitors have a positive and memorable experience during the Games.

“Yes, there are some areas that need some attention over the coming months – particularly around transport, the preparedness of the emergency services and getting Londoners into Games-time jobs  – but we have no doubt London will put on an amazing show for the world.”

Notes for editors:

  1. Our latest work on 2012 transport plans: Clearing the hurdles, 2012 transport plans
  2. Our latest work on 2012 emergency services preparedness: Business as usual?
  3. Our latest work on 2012 employment and skills: A review of the employment and skills opportunities of the 2012 Games-time period
  4. See the Assembly’s current work on the 2012 Games, and the 2012 Games reports we have published.
  5. Jennette Arnold AM, Chair of the London Assembly, is available for interview – see contact details below.
  6. As well as investigating issues that matter to Londoners, the London Assembly acts as a check and a balance on the Mayor.

For more details, please contact Dana Rothenberg in the Assembly Media Office on 020 7983 4603/4283.  For out of hours media enquiries please call 020 7983 4000 and ask for the Assembly duty press officer.  Non-media enquiries should be directed to the Public Liaison Unit, Greater London Authority, on 020 7983 4100.