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Commonwealth Games role for Gina – Fife Today

6 days ago
Fife TodayCommonwealth Games role for GinaFife TodayOLYmPIC fever may be mounting across the UK, but one Cupar woman's thoughts are already sprinting ahead to the 2014 Commonwealth Games. Well-know Fife swimming teacher Gina Logan has been appointed depute general team manager for the Glasgow Games, …  more...

Scots eye record Commonwealth Games success in 2014 – BBC News

3 weeks ago
BBC NewsScots eye record Commonwealth Games success in 2014BBC NewsScotland is expected to land a record haul of medals when Glasgow puts on the Commonwealth Games in 2014. The full programme for the 17-sport, 11-day Games, which will feature 256 medal events, has been finalised. And Commonwealth Games Scotland …Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games is to [...]  more...


2014 Games ‘most inclusive ever’ – The Press Association

3 weeks ago
stv.tv2014 Games 'most inclusive ever'The Press AssociationThe next Commonwealth Games will be the "most inclusive" yet, according to Sports Minister Shona Robison. The Glasgow 2014 Organising Committee said it will include 22 medal events for para-athletes, the highest number in the history of the games.2014 Commonwealth Games to be the 'biggest and most inclusive' yetstv.tvGlasgow [...]  more...

Cultural Olympiad details unveiled – The Press Association

4 weeks ago
BBC NewsCultural Olympiad details unveiledThe Press AssociationMore than 250 events will take place across the country and involve more than 500000 participants as London 2012 hands over to the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. Scottish dancer, choreographer and artist Michael Clark has been commissioned to create …London 2012: Barrowlands set for Olympic dance finaleBBC Newsall 63 [...]  more...

Seconds Out: Anthony Fowler matures towards Commonwealth Games in 2014 – Liverpool Echo

5 weeks ago
Seconds Out: Anthony Fowler matures towards Commonwealth Games in 2014Liverpool EchoWinning 69kg gold at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow is the bare minimum for Fowler now. “That's the least I want out of the amateurs,” said Fowler. “If I'm 100% fit in 2014 then I can't see anything stopping me getting the gold medal.  more...

Cheltenham firm Nerv to create 2014 Commonwealth Games mascot – BBC News

2 months ago
BBC NewsCheltenham firm Nerv to create 2014 Commonwealth Games mascotBBC NewsA digital design agency from Gloucestershire has been chosen to create the official mascot for the 2014 Commonwealth Games, in Glasgow. Nerv, from Cheltenham, will bring to life the mascot's signature pose, which will appear on signage and merchandise.Winning mascot to be created by nervAround [...]  more...

Schoolboy’s Games tartan revealed – The Press Association

2 months ago
stv.tvSchoolboy's Games tartan revealedThe Press AssociationThe official tartan for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games has been unveiled by one of Scotland's strongest men. Reigning World Highland Games Champion Gregor Edmunds took to the catwalk to model the design at Shawlands Academy in Glasgow.Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games tartan revealedstv.tvOfficial tartan of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games [...]  more...

CGF delighted with Glasgow 2014 progress, stress ‘no time to waste’ – TheSportsCampus.com

2 months ago
CGF delighted with Glasgow 2014 progress, stress 'no time to waste'TheSportsCampus.comThe Co-ordination Commission (CoCom) of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) today concluded its second inspection visit to Glasgow, the host city of the 2014 Commonwealth Games. The four member panel, chaired by Bruce Robertson, CGF Vice-President, …and more »  more...

Glasgow’s 2014 Commonwealth Games on course to be delivered within budget – Scottish Daily Record

2 months ago
stv.tvGlasgow's 2014 Commonwealth Games on course to be delivered within budgetScottish Daily RecordOFFICIALS have revealed that Glasgow's 2014 Commonwealth Games are on course to be delivered within the £524 million budget. The Co-ordination Commission of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) were in the city today on a two day visit to look at …2014 Games [...]  more...

Glasgow’s Commonwealth Games pool gets nod for 2015 IPC European Swimming … – insideworldparasport

2 months ago
Glasgow's Commonwealth Games pool gets nod for 2015 IPC European Swimming …insideworldparasportThe venue will be the new Tollcross International Swimming Centre, the same pool that will host the swimming competitions of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. The Scottish complex is currently undergoing a £13.7million ($22 million/€16.5 million) …and more »  more...

Hoy only has eyes for gold – Sydney Morning Herald

2 months ago
Sydney Morning HeraldHoy only has eyes for goldSydney Morning HeraldThe 36-year-old aims to replicate the performance at the London Games and is even plotting to compete at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in his homeland, Scotland, in a velodrome named in his honour. Hoy's performance at the track world championships in …Hoy confident ahead of GamesEurosport.com [...]  more...

‘Real risk’ of security cost increases at 2014 Commonwealth Games – stv.tv

2 months ago
stv.tv'Real risk' of security cost increases at 2014 Commonwealth Gamesstv.tvBy Mike Farrell Concerns have been raised over a "real risk" security costs for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games will increase. According to public spending watchdog Audit Scotland, the Games are generally on track, but "there are risks to …Warning over Games security costsThe Press Association'Risks' [...]  more...

Swimming champ reopens pool ahead of 2014 Commonwealth Games – stv.tv

2 months ago
stv.tvSwimming champ reopens pool ahead of 2014 Commonwealth Gamesstv.tvThe pool will host the diving events as part of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games and will be used by the British Swimming squad for training in July this year, ahead of the London Olympics. Wilkie swam the first breadth in the 50-metre pool …Royal Commonwealth Pool [...]  more...

Atos newest Official Supporter of Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games – Insidethegames.biz

3 months ago
Atos newest Official Supporter of Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth GamesInsidethegames.bizBy Tom Degun March 18 – Atos, the leading international information technology corporation, has been unveiled as an Official Supporter of Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games, making the company the first worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner to become …Atos becomes Official Supporter of Glasgow 2014Consultant Newsall 2 news [...]  more...

London 2012 Watch: Thorpedo’s dream of Olympic return sinks – Daily Mail

3 months ago
Telegraph.co.ukLondon 2012 Watch: Thorpedo's dream of Olympic return sinksDaily MailBy Neil Wilson Ian Thorpe, Australia's greatest-ever swimmer, is out of this year's Olympic Games but he could still be coming to Britain for the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The five-time Olympic champion's bid to come back from five years in …Thorpe has no regretsSports [...]  more...

Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games: IT firm Atos named as sponsor and will … – Scottish Daily Record

3 months ago
Scotsman (blog)Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games: IT firm Atos named as sponsor and will …Scottish Daily RecordAN international IT services company has been unveiled as a sponsor of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. Atos, which employs 1500 people in Scotland, will deliver IT systems including providing the technology used to accredit up to 70000 …International IT [...]  more...

Coach wants to bring sprinting sensation back to Capital – Edinburgh Evening News

3 months ago
Edinburgh Evening NewsCoach wants to bring sprinting sensation back to CapitalEdinburgh Evening NewsHE'S a sprinting prodigy with the talent to be a star of Scotland's 2014 Commonwealth Games team and his sights set on beating Usain Bolt. But while his peers hone their skills at Edinburgh's Meadowbank Stadium, 15-year-old Morro Bajo finds himself …AN ATHLETICS [...]  more...

One million wear trainers for Games – The Press Association

3 months ago
stv.tvOne million wear trainers for GamesThe Press AssociationA million Scots have pledged to show their support for the 2014 Commonwealth Games by wearing their trainers on Monday. Athletes and celebrities including Carol Smillie, Lee McConnell, Michelle Mone, Gavin Hastings and Liz McColgan are among those who …Million Scots pull on trainers for 2014 Commonwealth Gamesstv.tvMichelle [...]  more...

Glasgow face five rivals for right to stage 2018 Youth Olympics – More Than The Games

3 months ago
More Than The GamesGlasgow face five rivals for right to stage 2018 Youth OlympicsMore Than The GamesThe British Olympic Association decided to press ahead with a bid from the Scottish city, which will host the 2014 Commonwealth Games, last month. But they face a strong field from Europe and South America, including Poznan in Poland, [...]  more...

Abuja, Nigeria out of 2018 Youth Olympic Games bid – GamesBids.com

3 months ago
Abuja, Nigeria out of 2018 Youth Olympic Games bidGamesBids.comLast November, a Nigeria Minister of State declared that Abuja would be bidding for the third installment of the Summer Games. After losing a bid for the 2014 Commonwealth Games to Glasgow, Scotland – Nigerian sports officials regrouped and have been …and more »  more...

Local athlete wins Commonwealth funding support – STV Local

3 months ago
STV LocalLocal athlete wins Commonwealth funding supportSTV LocalEdinburgh's Tom Holligan has become one of just nine young athletes to receive special funding from the Scottish Commonwealth Games Youth Trust. The 17-year-old was awarded £900 to help prepare for events leading up to the 2014 Commonwealth Games and …  more...

Scottish firms urged to compete for contracts at Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games – Insidethegames.biz

3 months ago
BBC NewsScottish firms urged to compete for contracts at Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth GamesInsidethegames.bizFebruary 24 – Scotland's leading food and drink producers have been urged to showcase the best of the country's produce by competing for contracts at the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. The call came today from Craig Lear (pictured), Glasgow 2014's …Games 'perfect' for [...]  more...

Glasgow bids to host 2018 Youth Olympic Games four years after Commonwealth Games – Daily Mail

3 months ago
Daily MailGlasgow bids to host 2018 Youth Olympic Games four years after Commonwealth GamesDaily MailThe British Olympic Association have confirmed they will formally submit Glasgow, which is hosting the 2014 Commonwealth Games, as their candidate city. Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, is also bidding and the South American city has signed up …Glasgow bids [...]  more...

Strathclyde Police drop probe over Commonwealth land deals – BBC News

4 months ago
BBC NewsStrathclyde Police drop probe over Commonwealth land dealsBBC NewsPolice have completed inquiries into multi-million pound land deals linked to the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow after finding no criminality. James Dornan, SNP MSP for the Cathcart, had asked Strathclyde Police to look into the matter.  more...

Scotland’s schools get set to Step Up for Glasgow 2014’s Sport Your Trainers … – Around the Rings (subscription)

4 months ago
Scotland's schools get set to Step Up for Glasgow 2014's Sport Your Trainers …Around the Rings (subscription)Education Scotland is working in partnership with the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games to raise awareness among Scotland's pupils of the 71 nations and territories in the Commonwealth, aimed at inspiring them to create links with schools in other …Games [...]  more...

2014 Games preparation ‘impressive’ – The Press Association

4 months ago
Rutland and Stamford Mercury2014 Games preparation 'impressive'The Press AssociationA senior Government minister has said he is "hugely impressed" by preparations for the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Foreign and Commonwealth Office minister Lord Howell said the event will create a "lasting economic legacy" and raise the profile …Glasgow 2014 employs legal brand guardian to implement [...]  more...

From busted neck to Commonwealth Games: former rugby star Evans eyes track career – Sydney Morning Herald

4 months ago
Sydney Morning HeraldFrom busted neck to Commonwealth Games: former rugby star Evans eyes track careerSydney Morning HeraldEvans, who is aiming to compete in the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, told the Scottish Athletics website on Monday: "I am looking forward to running in Glasgow. I am excited by the prospect of competing there. "When I [...]  more...

Canadian cities show interest in 2022 pitch – Montreal Gazette

4 months ago
Canadian cities show interest in 2022 pitchMontreal GazetteFive years after Halifax's embarrassing, 11th-hour pullout from the race to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games, the international sporting event's top Canadian official has begun laying the groundwork for a bid to stage the Games in this country in 2022.  more...

Bankier’s home comforts – SkySports

4 months ago
SkySportsBankier's home comfortsSkySportsFirst and foremost, the Scottish badminton star is focused on claiming Great Britain's mixed doubles spot for this year's Olympics alongside Chris Adcock but the dream to compete in the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow is also in the back of her mind …and more »  more...

Martial arts star’s 2014 games aim – Greenock Telegraph

4 months ago
Martial arts star's 2014 games aimGreenock TelegraphA JUDO star from Port Glasgow is hoping to represent Scotland at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow after winning a gold medal in trials. Kirsty Rodgers won the top prize in her weight category and also took home a bronze medal from the open weight …  more...

Glasgow 2014 chairman Lord Smith backs 2018 Youth Olympic Games bid – Insidethegames.biz

4 months ago
Glasgow 2014 chairman Lord Smith backs 2018 Youth Olympic Games bidInsidethegames.bizLord Smith feels that with preparations for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games well on track and on budget, the city will have the sporting infrastructure as well as the skills and expertise in place to host the Youth Olympic Games.Scots to be officials at city [...]  more...

Tax break for Commonwealth Games athletes – Telegraph.co.uk

4 months ago
Telegraph.co.ukTax break for Commonwealth Games athletesTelegraph.co.ukThe Treasury is offering top foreign athletes a tax break to compete in the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow to help ensure the event boasts a high calibre field that could include Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt. Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt could be …UK Gives Commonwealth Games Athletes Tax BoostTax-news.comGlasgow 2014 [...]  more...

Glasgow Games Co-odinated Ceromonies

6 months ago
Glasgow Games Coordinated Ceremonies.   The Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games will be organised and coordinated to produce an unforgettable opening and closing ceremony, with a creative cultural programme and […]  more...

Revamp for Queen Street station – BBC News

8 months ago
BBC NewsRevamp for Queen Street stationBBC NewsThe project is expected to run from 2013 until 2015, with some improvements made for the 2014 Commonwealth Games. A new glass frontage will be added to the station's George Square entrance. Inside, the concourse will be extended, a new mezzanine level …Glasgow to get a glittering new gatewayScotsmanall [...]  more...

Revamp for Queen Street station – BBC News

8 months ago
BBC NewsRevamp for Queen Street stationBBC NewsThe project is expected to run from 2013 until 2015, with some improvements made for the 2014 Commonwealth Games. A new glass frontage will be added to the station's George Square entrance. Inside, the concourse will be extended, a new mezzanine level …Glasgow to get a glittering new gatewayScotsmanall [...]  more...

Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games announces new sponsor – BBC News

8 months ago
BBC NewsGlasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games announces new sponsorBBC NewsAccountants Ernst and Young have been named as a sponsor of the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The company has signed up for "tier two" sponsor. It will provide a number of services, including internal auditing, athlete taxation and forensic …Third sponsor announced for GamesThe Press Associationall [...]  more...

Olympic chiefs to make decision on Glasgow’s Youth Games bid – Herald Scotland

8 months ago
Glasgow Evening TimesOlympic chiefs to make decision on Glasgow's Youth Games bidHerald ScotlandOLYMPIC chiefs will discuss tomorrow whether to proceed with Glasgow's bid to host the Youth Games in 2018. And if successful the city will find out 12 months before it stages the 2014 Commonwealth Games on whether thousands of athletes and spectators …Glasgow [...]  more...

Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games: 1044 jobs announced with 1044 days to go – HRmagazine.co.uk

9 months ago
HRmagazine.co.ukGlasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games: 1044 jobs announced with 1044 days to goHRmagazine.co.ukGlasgow based recruitment agency Search Consultancy has signed a Tier 2 deal to become the official recruitment agency for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games as the recruitment programme to fill 1044 jobs begins, with 1044 days to go. …  more...

Glasgow 2014 sponsor unveiled – The Press Association

9 months ago
Daily MailGlasgow 2014 sponsor unveiledThe Press AssociationA recruitment firm has been named as the second sponsor of the 2014 Commonwealth Games. Search Consultancy will be responsible for finding people to fill 1044 jobs ahead of the Games. Roles range from sport to corporate positions and event management. …Recruitment drive for 2014 GamesBBC NewsYoung Scot laden [...]  more...

Glasgow 2014: How the Commonwealth Games will affect local firms – Glaswegian

9 months ago
BBC NewsGlasgow 2014: How the Commonwealth Games will affect local firmsGlaswegianIn our new series, we look at how the 2014 Commonwealth Games legacy will live on in jobs, businesses and sports clubs. Here, The Glaswegian meets Laserclean LASERCLEAN had worked on the interior of the Kelvingrove Museum, the roof of Central Station …First sponsor announced [...]  more...

New chief for 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games – BBC News

9 months ago
BBC NewsNew chief for 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth GamesBBC NewsDavid Grevemberg, who has been acting in the role since John Scott's resignation in June, has been given the position permanently. Thirty four people applied for the job and a shortlist of seven was drawn up. Mr Grevemberg said he was humbled by the …Glasgow 2014 appoints [...]  more...

Student scoops gold in Commonwealth Games gaming challenge – stv.tv

9 months ago
BBC NewsStudent scoops gold in Commonwealth Games gaming challengestv.tvPraise: Shona Robison said the contest highlighted Scotland's games industry. A student has become Scotland's first winner of the 2014 Commonwealth Games after scooping a £2000 prize for designing a computer game. William Rountree, who studies at the …Commonwealth Games goes digitalSNP (press release)Commonwealth video game unveiledBBC [...]  more...

A look behind the scenes at preparations for 2014 Commonwealth Games – Scottish Daily Record

9 months ago
Glasgow Evening TimesA look behind the scenes at preparations for 2014 Commonwealth GamesScottish Daily RecordThe Aussie is head of Catering, Cleaning and Waste for the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. In July and August, three years from now, Craig will make sure that the 4500 athletes from 71 Commonwealth teams around the world and their [...]  more...

Oz coach Ric Charlesworth agrees to stay on!

10 months ago
Australian men`s hockey coach Ric Charlesworth agreed to a contract extension which will keep him in charge until after the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.  more...

Charlesworth to stick with Kookaburras – Sydney Morning Herald

10 months ago
The West Australian Charlesworth to stick with KookaburrasSydney Morning HeraldAustralian men's hockey coach Ric Charlesworth has agreed to a contract extension which will keep him in charge of the Kookaburras until after the 2014 Commonwealth Games. Charlesworth's previous deal ran to the end of next year's Olympics, …Charlesworth to coach Kookaburras beyond 2012Herald SunCharlesworth extends contract [...]  more...

Double Scots’ Games date for 2012 boss Coe – Glasgow Evening Times

10 months ago
Selkirk Today Double Scots' Games date for 2012 boss CoeGlasgow Evening TimesLondon Olympic organiser Lord Coe is visiting Glasgow today to hear about preparations for the 2014 Commonwealth Games. The chairman of the Olympic Games organising committee is also going to Strathclyde Park, Lanarkshire, the Games' triathlon venue, …Seb Coe 'impressed' by Glasgow 2014 preperationsTheSportsCampus.comCoe views [...]  more...

Worldwide hunt begins for a new Games chief – Herald Scotland

10 months ago
BBC News Worldwide hunt begins for a new Games chiefHerald ScotlandTHE worldwide trawl for the individual to deliver Glasgow's 2014 Commonwealth Games begins today, with the headhunters who sourced the London Olympics chief executive tasked with the job. A month after the resignation of former chief executive John …Search for new 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games chiefBBC [...]  more...

Tangent Graphic’s Glasgow Commonwealth Games pictograms unveiled – Design Week

10 months ago
BBC News Tangent Graphic's Glasgow Commonwealth Games pictograms unveiledDesign WeekTangent Graphic has created a suite of pictograms for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games, which aim to capture the 'defining moment' of each sport. Tangent Graphic director Andrew Stevenson says, 'First and foremost the pictograms are based around …For the next generationGlasgow Evening Times2014 Commonwealth Games Pictograms: [...]  more...

Scotland 7s launch new full-time squad – NOW Rugby

10 months ago
BBC Sport Scotland 7s launch new full-time squadNOW RugbyThe announcement underlines Scottish Rugby's desire to best prepare for the series and a successful medal challenge for the Scotland 7s squad at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Today's news was also welcomed by the Scottish Government. …Rugby: Sevens plan will be Andy for TurnbullScotsmanScotland name first [...]  more...

Scotland counts down to Commonwealth Games with programme of events – Event Magazine

11 months ago
Scotland counts down to Commonwealth Games with programme of eventsEvent MagazineEventScotland has partnered with the Scottish Government to launch a series of events to get Scots involved in the countdown to the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. The events will build on the momentum of last year's Games for Scotland programme, …  more...

Delhi 2010 Flag Handover Ceremony Research Report (by @UWSCreative academics @dgmcgillivray and @gmp01)

11 months ago
From the Glasgow Life website:"The Delhi 2010 Flag Handover Ceremony (DFHC) was a project delivered by Glasgow Life on behalf of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games Organising Committee […]  more...

Shamed 2014 Commonwealth Games chief’s junket spree exposed – Scottish Daily Record

11 months ago
BBC News Shamed 2014 Commonwealth Games chief's junket spree exposedScottish Daily RecordTHE Glasgow Commonwealth Games boss forced to quit over a freebie also enjoyed junkets to T in the Park, Wimbledon, The Open and the Winter Olympics. Games chiefs have finally released a secret list of jollies accepted by top officials on the Glasgow …Finance firm [...]  more...

2014 Glasgow Games gifts revealed after chief quits over 'accepting hospitality offers'

11 months ago
Edinburgh, July 14 (ANI): A register of the gifts and hospitality for the officials in charge of Glasgow's 2014 Commonwealth Games has been published following the resignation of its chief executive.  more...

Michael Jamieson sets sights on Glasgow 2014 ‘fairytale’ – TheSportsCampus.com

11 months ago
Michael Jamieson sets sights on Glasgow 2014 'fairytale'TheSportsCampus.comWith just over three years until the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games begin, Scottish swimmer Michael Jamieson has spoken about his excitement for a home Commonwealth Games, in a blog for the Glasgow 2014 website. Fresh from his double-gold medal …and more »  more...

20 questions for 2014 Games team … but not many answers – Glasgow Evening Times

11 months ago
BBC News 20 questions for 2014 Games team … but not many answersGlasgow Evening TimesBosses of Glasgow's 2014 Commonwealth Games organising committee have dodged questions relating to its shamed former chief executive and the gift he accepted that caused his resignation. The Evening Times submitted 20 questions to Glasgow 2014 Ltd, …BBC to Broadcast Glasgow 2014 [...]  more...

Ministers ‘must act to keep Games on track’ – Scotsman

11 months ago
stv.tv Ministers 'must act to keep Games on track'ScotsmanSCOTTISH ministers were last night urged to keep work for the 2014 Commonwealth Games "on track" after the shock resignation of the event organiser's chief executive, John Scott. Mr Scott resigned after breaching rules governing …Scottish News: Tell us why Commonwealth Games boss John Scott REALLY quitScottish Daily [...]  more...

2014 Games boss quits after breaking rule on gifts

11 months ago
The chief organizer for the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow has quit after breaking the rules on accepting gifts.  more...

Vow to avoid tickets fiasco at Commonwealth Games – Glasgow Evening Times

12 months ago
Vow to avoid tickets fiasco at Commonwealth GamesGlasgow Evening TimesGlasgow will learn lessons from the London Olympics tickets fiasco when it comes to selling seats for the 2014 Commonwealth Games. John Scott, chief executive of the Games organising committee, said his officials had already been in close contact with …and more »  more...

Construction kicks off in Glasgow for 2014 Commonwealth Games

12 months ago
No sooner than the work on the 2012 Games in London has been completed, attention has shifted towards the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Construction work has finally started […]  more...

Work starts on 2014 Games village – BBC News

12 months ago
BBC News Work starts on 2014 Games villageBBC NewsConstruction work has started in the east end of Glasgow to build the athletes' village for the 2014 Commonwealth Games. The 38.5-hectare site in Dalmarnock will house up to 6500 competitors and officials with temporary facilities being added later. …Works starts on £150m Commonwealth Games villageConstruction EnquirerConstruction gets [...]  more...

Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games on Track and on Budget – TheSportsCampus.com

12 months ago
Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games on Track and on BudgetTheSportsCampus.comConstruction will start within the next couple of weeks on the Commonwealth Games Village, which will house 6500 athletes and officials during the Games. Advanced works at Tollcross Aquatics Centre were completed at the end of March this year, …On track and on budget…Commonwealth Games plans off [...]  more...

On track and on budget…Commonwealth Games plans off to a flying start – Scottish Daily Record

12 months ago
stv.tv On track and on budget…Commonwealth Games plans off to a flying startScottish Daily RecordGLASGOW'S plans to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games are "on track and on budget", organisers said today. In the first of six Games Partners' progress reports, the organising committee also said the games were shaping up to leave a "lasting legacy" for [...]  more...

Salmond throws down the gauntlet in Glasgow Salmond plans to wrest control of … – Herald Scotland

2 years ago
Herald Scotland Salmond throws down the gauntlet in Glasgow Salmond plans to wrest control of …Herald ScotlandPLAYING GAMES: Alex Salmond said that as First Minister, the responsibility for the 2014 Commonwealth Games and its reputation was his. ALEX Salmond has thrown down the gauntlet to Labour in its Glasgow heartland by staking his claim to control [...]  more...

Scottish pupils to design Glasgow games tartan – BBC News

2 years ago
BBC News Scottish pupils to design Glasgow games tartanBBC NewsThe Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games organisers have launched a competition for Scottish school pupils to design the event's official tartan. The winning tartan could feature in Glasgow 2014's branding, merchandise and ceremonies. …Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games competition tasks pupils with designing …The Drumall 3 news articles »  more...

Glasgow CWG will be best ever: OC Vice Chair!

2 years ago
All the work related to the 2014 Commonwealth Games will be completed on time and Glasgow will host the best ever Games, says Louise Martin, Vice Chair of the Organising Committee.  more...

Fazny Zavahir: Flag first for kids

2 years ago
More than 5000 people descended on a new sports centre to celebrate the hand-over of the Commonwealth Games flag to Glasgow. The Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility in Motherwell played […]  more...

Fazny Zavahir: Monkey Guards, Condom Clogs: 7 Bizarre Moments From the Commonwealth Games

2 years ago
The 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi made more news for the bizarre mishaps that surrounded the event than any achievement in sport. But Indian officials are still […]  more...

Fazny Zavahir: Why Nigeria lost 2014 Commonwealth Games bid

2 years ago
As the curtains fell on the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi, India yesterday, Nigeria could have been the next destination fo the competiton, but the Games will […]  more...

Fazny Zavahir: Goodbye Delhi. Hello Glasgow

2 years ago
Light fantastic ... the closing ceremony in DelhiDELHI was invaded by an Armadillo and Nessie yesterday - as the countdown to the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Scotland began.A […]  more...

Commonwealth Games 2010 Closing Ceremony New Delhi Part-3 Welcome Glasgow CWG-2014

2 years ago
Commonwealth Games 2010 Closing Ceremony New Delhi Part-3 Welcome Glasgow CWG-2014Commonwealth Games 2010 Closing Ceremony New Delhi Part-3, A feast for the eyes and ears, with a blaze of color and music which showed India at its best, after the successful hosting of the games. This video showcases welcome Glasgow for commonwealth games 2014. Another beautiful grand gala in New Delhi, a must watch for every netizen. And yes dont forget to watch part-4 Laser Show: www.youtube.comFrom:ojasshelkeViews:19369 13ratingsTime:06:05More inSports  more...

Fazny Zavahir | Chief of 2014 Commonwealth Games says Glasgow will be ready two years early

2 years ago
THE facilities for the Glasgow Commonwealth Games in 2014 will be in place two years before the event gets under way, chief executive John Scott has insisted. • The […]  more...

Chief of 2014 Commonwealth Games says Glasgow will be ready two years early

2 years ago
THE facilities for the Glasgow Commonwealth Games in 2014 will be in place two years before the event gets under way, chief executive John Scott has insisted.  more...

What is going on with the state of the Delhi Games?

2 years ago
The Commonwealth Games are set to start next week in India, but the last week has seen controversy over the state of the Athletes Village, which has been […]  more...

Should they shouldn't they - Commonwealth Games 2010?

2 years ago
This year the Commonwealth Games celebrates its 80th birthday in less than a week and so far this years games are turning out to be a total disaster. […]  more...

Asian Games to switch cycle from 2019 - report

2 years ago
Asian Games organisers are poised to switch the quadrennial event from 2018 to 2019 to avoid clashing with the Commonwealth Games in the future.  more...

 
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