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London 2012 Advantages And Disadvantages
London Olympics 2012
London Olympics 2012
There are many advantages and disadvantages to London for hosting the Olympic Games.
Advantages:
Urban regeneration the East-end of London will be the main focus of the Olympic Zone, Stratford being host to a brand new 80,000-seater Olympic Stadium.
Housing
One of the long-term benefits of the games is the provision of 5,000 homes following the conversion of the Olympic Village after the games. However the cost of housing may increase as a result of the regeneration of the area, possibly forcing local poorer families out of their homes.
Transport improvements
In order to transport the thousands of spectators, athletes, officials and media to the games, the transport links to the east of
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