Riots raise fears for London 2012 security
Given the disturbing scenes we are seeing across London and the rest of the country, the impact on sport is of relatively minor importance. But there is no question the pictures of the capital burning, which are being beamed around the world, will seriously damage Britain’s and London’s image with a year to go until the Olympics. And the More...
London 2012: How ready is the capital?
With a year to go to the London 2012 Games, we consider how well prepared the capital is and whether the many promises made are being delivered. “This is a juggernaut that’s coming and it’s not More...
MoD reveals list of possible London 2012 Olympic missile security sites
The Ministry of Defence has named five sites in south and east London where surface-to-air missiles could be deployed during the Olympic Games. Unlikely bedfellows: Bow Quarter apartments, surface-to-air missiles More...
Police arrest 49 people in connection with Olympic Games ticket touting
Police arrest 49 people in connection with Olympic Games ticket touting Detectives have made 49 arrests in a ticket touts crackdown launched ahead of the London 2012 Games. Arrests have been made for a range of More...
Olympic 2012 site in London sees security guard arrested for explosives
A 40-year-old dog handler was held after a vehicle was searched in a car park off Pudding Mill Lane The London Olympic site, where a female security guard was arrested for possessing explosives. A female security More...
London 2012 Olympics may pay more in security costs
Extra security could see the cost of the London 2012 Olympics rise by up to £180m ($280.6m), but organisers say the event will meet its £9.3bn budget. In its latest financial report, the Department for Culture, More...
Security test at Weymouth and Portland Olympics sailing site
A major security operation has been planned to take place in Weymouth and Portland this week to test emergency services ahead of the 2012 Olympics. The exercise will take place as some of the world’s top sailors More...
Anti-terrorism was conducted in London Olympic village
An anti-terrorism exercise was conducted in London Olympic village, police have confirmed. Drill, accommodation is offered on campus for three days, Metropolitan Police, other emergency services and the Ministry More...
London Olympics – Frauds and Scams
Scam Alert – London Olympics As London gets ready to hold the biggest and most dazzling event, the authorities are also worried about frauds and scams that might take place during the London Olympics. The sports More...
G4S chosen as official London 2012 Security Services Provider
The London 2012 Organising Committee (LOCOG) has today announced that G4S Secure Solutions has been appointed official Security Services Provider for the London 2012 Games, and the 23rd domestic tier three sponsor. G4S, More...