§ Lord Joplingasked Her Majesty's Government:
In view of reported approaches to the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation by the Greek Government, seeking additional security protection for the 2004 Olympic Games, whether they have yet made, or are intending to make, similar approaches in the event of a successful bid for the 2012 Olympic Games. [HL2477]
§ The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Department for Culture, Media and Sport (Lord McIntosh of Haringey)Every possible security arrangement will be considered to maximise the safety of the Olympic Games should London stage the event in 2012.