15/01/2008
1. Introduction 1.1 The 5 Host Boroughs comprise the London
boroughs of Greenwich, Hackney, Newham, Tower Hamlets and Waltham
Forest. The boroughs came together to support the London bid and
continue to work together and strengthen relationships in pursuit
of the central objective to secure a lasting legacy for local
people, communities and business. 1.2 The Boroughs continue to work
in partnership with the Minister for the Olympics, the Mayor of
London, London 2012 and other key partners and stakeholders to
progress the preparation for the Games, to maximise the opportunity
for local people and to create a lasting legacy. As representatives
of the communities we serve we welcome the opportunity to submit
evidence on the issues now under examination by the Committee. 1.3
Our submission is set out in response to the headings under which
the Committee seeks evidence, as follows: