Introduction by the Leader of Brent Council and the Lead Member for London 2012

In the summer of 2012 London will host the Olympic and Paralympic Games, welcoming the world to the biggest sporting event and cultural spectacular in London since the millenium.

We are delighted to introduce 'Inspiring Brent', Brent's action plan for the London 2012 Games.

'Inspiring Brent' has been developed by Brent Council's Steering Group for the 2012 Games and is our programme for the London 2012 Games.

The council actively worked to welcome the Olympic and Paralympic Games back to London, particularly as the borough previously hosted the Games in 1948.

During 2008 the council delivered a fantastic range of cultural and sporting events which coincided with the 60th anniversary of the 1948 Games in Wembley.

Over the next couple of years we will use the power of the London 2012 Games to inspire and engage residents and businesses through exciting events that motivate stimulate and affect change - all of which will be delivered working with our partners and stakeholders in Brent.

Brent Council is committed to securing the maximum benefits from the London 2012 Games to create a lasting legacy for our young people, residents and local businesses.

Brent has a history of hosting world class sporting and entertainment events at Wembley Stadium and Wembley Arena and we are committed to putting Brent on the world stage as an entertainment destination of choice.

We hope that Brent's residents, their families and our local businesses will take advantage of and benefit from the many sporting and cultural activities being organised and get involved - not just as spectators but as participants.

Councillor Paul Lorber                          Councillor Alan Mendoza

Leader Brent Council                              Lead Member for London 2012