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• Reference: 2007/0038-1
• Question by: Dee Doocey
• Meeting date: 10 November 2007

The difficulties of delivering a skills and employment legacy from the Games are well documented. Can you update us on the progress being made in this area?

• Reference: 2006/2853
• Question by: Dee Doocey
• Meeting date: 13 December 2006

Given that Jack Straw told House of Commons on November 23rd that 'Ken can write as many blank cheques as he wants; the thing is, they wont be banked or paid because it is a matter for the Government to decide', who actually controls the Olympic budget?

• Question by: Dee Doocey
• Meeting date: 13 October 2004

Thank you. Can I first of all say that we are very enthusiastic supporters of the bid. I think it will be absolutely brilliant, not just for London, but for the UK, and we will do everything we can to help secure the bid. You mentioned quite a few issues there. You have covered transport, legacy, security, and finance. Could I ask you about access? One of the things that are very important is that the Games are accessible for all sections of the community, and we know from the Mayor's recent report that one in five households in London...

• Question by: Dee Doocey
• Meeting date: 13 October 2004

Thank you, Chair. I have one further question. I would also like, if possible, for you to deal with the question of volunteers. Could you tell me how you plan to engage the large army of volunteers that will be necessary to run the Games, so that they are more than just `meeters and greeters', and that they get totally immersed in all aspects of the Games, in the run-up to, during, and after the Games?

• Reference: 2004/0305-1
• Question by: Dee Doocey
• Meeting date: 13 October 2004

Can you outline any changes have you made to the bid following your visit to Athens?

• Reference: 2004/0313-1
• Question by: Dee Doocey
• Meeting date: 13 October 2004

Are you satisfied that disabled access will be a key consideration within all aspects of the bid?