LOCAL BUSINESSES MUST GO FOR GOLD - GIDLEY

12.00.00am GMT Tue 12th Feb 2008

Local MP, Sandra Gidley is encouraging all local businesses to boost their business by logging onto the London 2012 website.

Mrs Gidley commented today:

"Although over 500 contracts have already been signed by the Olympic Delivery Authority, the majority of contracts have yet to be awarded. Local businesses must make sure they get their fair share of these contracts.

"I applaud Chandlers Ford based 'The Southern X' who have already secured a contract for office equipment. I hope that other local companies will be following their lead in search of the Olympic glory!"

Businesses are now able to register on the 2012 website so that they can be made aware of opportunities for contracts as well as the chance to access and compete for them.

For more information on the opportunities available as well as a link to register your business, visit the London 2012 website online at

http://www.london2012.com/get-involved/business-network/business-faqs.php

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