Ambassador Westmacott holding a London 2012 Olympic Torch! The British Embassy in Washington and Comcast/NBCUniversal hosted a reception at the British Ambassador’s residence to mark the opening of the London 2012 Olympic Games. Guests watched the ceremony on several screens erected throughout the residence and garden and cheered as Team GB and Team USA entered the Olympic Stadium. More photos ›
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Ambassador Westmacott holding a London 2012 Olympic Torch!

The British Embassy in Washington and Comcast/NBCUniversal hosted a reception at the British Ambassador’s residence to mark the opening of the London 2012 Olympic Games. Guests watched the ceremony on several screens erected throughout the residence and garden and cheered as Team GB and Team USA entered the Olympic Stadium.

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beyond2012: Leaving his mark on London 2012 When the Olympic torch reaches Manchester at the end of this month, one of the city’s university students will be among the many disabled people leaving their mark on the Games when he carries the Olympic Flame through the city. Ainsley (pictured, far right) has learning disabilities and suffers from epilepsy yet the 21-year-old has already completed two triathlons and enjoys raising money for charity. Becoming a torchbearer is just the latest chapter of his sporting adventure. “We’re sure he’ll rise to the occasion and make us even more proud,” said his mum Gill. Ainsley’s story is just one illustration of how the London 2012 Games is shaping up to be one of the most inclusive ever. From advising on the design of the Olympic Park, to playing a full part in its many sporting, cultural and community programmes, London 2012 is creating thousands of opportunities for disabled people, and in the process helping to change attitudes to disability across society. Image ©Seashell Trust
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Leaving his mark on London 2012

When the Olympic torch reaches Manchester at the end of this month, one of the city’s university students will be among the many disabled people leaving their mark on the Games when he carries the Olympic Flame through the city.

Ainsley (pictured, far right) has learning disabilities and suffers from epilepsy yet the 21-year-old has already completed two triathlons and enjoys raising money for charity.

Becoming a torchbearer is just the latest chapter of his sporting adventure. “We’re sure he’ll rise to the occasion and make us even more proud,” said his mum Gill.

Ainsley’s story is just one illustration of how the London 2012 Games is shaping up to be one of the most inclusive ever.

From advising on the design of the Olympic Park, to playing a full part in its many sporting, cultural and community programmes, London 2012 is creating thousands of opportunities for disabled people, and in the process helping to change attitudes to disability across society.

Image ©Seashell Trust

London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay route

Animated flythrough showing some of the spectacular landmarks around the UK that the Olympic Torch will travel to on its 70-day journey next summer.

Learn more about the Olympic Torch Relay

(Video via london2012)

Source: youtube.com

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