2012 Wins Public Vote Of Confidence

Despite a string of negative budget stories, public support for the London
2012 Games is at an all-time high according to a new UK-wide survey,
commissioned by the 2012 organising committee, LOCOG.

According to the poll, 79% of the population support the Games taking place
in London in 2012, compared to 75% approval in July 2005.

The survey suggest that the strongest support comes from Wales and the West
of England, where 87% of respondents said they were in favour of London hosting
the Games.

Three quarters of Londoners themselves also support the Games.

Sebastian Coe, Chair of the London Organising Committee, said: ‘These results
are very heartening, and reflect the support we have seen on our travels around
the UK.

‘The whole of the UK is looking at ways to maximize benefits from the Games,
from business opportunities, to tourism benefits to inspiring more young people
to take up sport, and such strong public support will help us make sure no
opportunities are missed.’