London 2012

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Taxpayers divided over London 2012 Olympics

Written on:April 18, 2023

A poll has revealed that Brits are divided in their opinion about the impact of the upcoming Olympics, with 64% people saying they have paid heavy taxes to endorse the cost of the Games while 55% of the respondents were hopeful that the Greatest Show on Earth would benefit the country at large. Published just 100 days before the opening of the London 2012, the poll results revealed that Londoners…

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Olympic Torch to receive royal welcome

Written on:April 17, 2023

The members of the royal family will greet the Olympic Torch bearers when they pass through Buckingham Palace on July 26, en route to the Olympic Stadium in Stratford, east London. Prince William, his wife Catherine and Prince Harry will be amongst the royal witnesses to cheer for the prestigious relay on the eve of London 2012, according to sources. Involvement of the royal family in the Olympics dates back…

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