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Become a London 2012 Games Maker

Anyone can now volunteer to be a part of the London 2012 Games.

This was published under the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

For the London games to succeed up to 70,000 volunteers are required. Two thirds of these will be what are called 鈥榞eneralist鈥 volunteers working in positions such as welcome staff, ticket checkers, costume assistants, drivers and event stewards.

From today until midnight on 27 October 2010 you can now .

Vital role

鈥淭his is the general public鈥檚 opportunity to be part of the world鈥檚 biggest sporting event and experience firsthand the unique atmosphere created by the Olympic and Paralympic Games,鈥 said , Minister for Sport and the Olympics.聽

鈥淲ith such a vital role to play in ensuring the smooth running of the Games, and the enjoyment of athletes and spectators, we are looking for volunteers who will make London 2012 the best Olympics ever.鈥

Further information

  • Blog: - DCMS staff get involved
  • LOCOG Blog:

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Published 16 September 2010