HL Deb 04 June 2003 vol 648 cc175-6WA
Lord Jopling

asked Her Majesty's Government:

In the event that London secures the 2012 Olympic Games, what preferential arrangements will be made to London residents, who have been surcharged to pay part of the costs of the games, to obtain tickets for various events.[HL2971]

The Minister of State, Department for Culture, Media and Sport (Baroness Blackstone):

The ticketing policy, should London stage the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2012, has not yet been determined. This will be a matter for the bid organisation to consider in due course, within the constraints of any relevant IOC criteria.

Lord Jopling

asked Her Majesty's Government:

In the event that London secures the 2012 Olympic Games, whether a secure fence or wall will be constructed around the Olympic village to ensure the safety of competitors; and how long it will be. [HL2972]

Baroness Blackstone:

While the details of security arrangements in the event of a successful London Olympic bid are not yet known, security for competitors, officials and spectators will be of the highest priority. The Government, the bidding organisation and, in the event of hosting the games, the organising committee will ensure full attention is given to these matters, and that appropriate arrangements are in place.