Beyond 2012 series
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Commission publishes sustainable Games preparations review
February 9, 2012
The Commission has published a review detailing what London 2012 organisers are doing to ensure sustainability standards are met during the Games-time period, and setting out recommendations where further work is needed. The review, titled In Sight …
Commission statement on ticket-printing contract
February 7, 2012
It has been reported in the press that LOCOG has awarded the ticket-printing contract to the American company Weldon, Williams & Lick. The Commission is not involved in LOCOG’s procurement process, and was consequently not involved in …
Shaun McCarthy clarifies media inaccuracies re stadium wrap procurement
February 2, 2012
There is a great deal of inaccurate reporting surrounding Meredith Alexander’s decision to quit the Commission. We were sad to see her go but respected her decision. However, her resignation has sparked a media flurry that largely …
Statement in relation to resignation of Meredith Alexander
January 26, 2012
Following the resignation of Meredith Alexander, a Commissioner advising on supply chains and behaviour change, Shaun McCarthy, Chair of the Commission for a Sustainable London 2012, said: “I am grateful for the work and support that Meredith …
Statement in response to article in The Sun (19 January 2012)
January 19, 2012
Statement in response to article in The Sun (19 January 2012) on alleged breaches of LOCOG’s Sustainable Sourcing Code in relation to Olympic and Paralympic merchandise. The Commission for a Sustainable London 2012 is seriously concerned about …