Commonwealth Games 2014
In the summer of 2014, Glasgow will play host to over 6,000 of the world’s best athletes from 71 countries for 11 days of sporting competitions across 17 different sports. Hundreds of thousands of people will visit the city as spectators and to participate in associated cultural events. Millions will watch on television.
The Commonwealth Games plans include:
• Steps to help create Games related employment and business opportunities for local people and companies - it is expected that this will include 1,000 new jobs
• Building a mix of private and social housing
• Recruitment and training of 15,000 volunteers to help run the events
• Detailed consideration of security arrangements
• Guarantees for fair hotel accommodation prices
• Efficient new transport systems
• Cultural events to accompany the games
• Cultural and education programmes involving young people in Scotland over the next 6 years and making links to Commonwealth Countries
What do we want to know?
We want to know what you think the impact of the 2014 Commonwealth Games could be. Your views will help us to make sure that there are lasting positive effects for the people of Glasgow.
What will happen to the information?
This survey is part of a wider consultation being led by Glasgow City Council. It will contribute to a Health Impact Assessment (HIA), which will advise the people organising the Games about the things that could be done to bring about a health benefit. It is hoped that the organisers of the Games will take these recommendations on board. The results of this consultation will be made available through the Glasgow City Council website and through local community facilities.
If you would like to complete the questionnaire, please click on the link provided.
2014 Commonwealth Games - Have Your Say!