§ Mr. SandersTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what funding has been made available to British sportsmen and women in preparation for the Olympic Games in Athens in 2004. [135831]
§ Tessa JowellFunding to our elite sportsmen and women is provided from the National Lottery. The Government committed £100 million to support elite British Sportsmen and women in the four-year period from the Sydney to the Athens Olympics. This commitment maintains the level of lottery funding to elite athletes at the same level in the run up to the Athens Olympics as was provided in the run up to the Sydney Games.
§ Mr. SandersTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what discussions she has had with disability groups on the involvement of disabled people in planning for the 2012 Olympic Games bid. [135841]
§ Tessa JowellArrangements for holding the Paralympic Games form an important and integral part of hosting the Olympic Games. London 2012 is responsible for preparing the London Olympic bid and has appointed Mike Brace, Chairman of the British Paralympic Association, as a member of its board. Disability groups have been in contact with my officials about ensuring the London Olympic bid is inclusive and delivers a sustainable legacy.