Olympic Games 2012

House of Lords written question – answered at on 13 January 2009.

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Photo of Lord Corbett of Castle Vale Lord Corbett of Castle Vale Labour

To ask Her Majesty's Government what factors are taken into account when selecting the venue for shooting at the 2012 Olympics; and whether those factors include ranges and facilities, legacy, safety and security, transport and cost.

Photo of Lord Davies of Oldham Lord Davies of Oldham Deputy Chief Whip (House of Lords), HM Household, Captain of the Queen's Bodyguard of the Yeomen of the Guard (HM Household) (Deputy Chief Whip, House of Lords)

The London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) and the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) are considering a wide range of issues in deciding the venue for shooting competition at the London 2012 Games to ensure that the venue can be delivered as efficiently and cost effectively as possible. This includes consideration of such issues as the facility requirements, the legacy benefit, safety and security issues, transport and accommodation provision.

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