GOLD is the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Coordinating Group for the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympic Games and Cultural Olympiad. "We aim to increase inclusive participation in sport, culture and healthy activity and to maximise the opportunities that will be provided through business and tourism".
The membership of GOLD is all those organisations interested and involved in work around the 2012 events, seeking to achieve a legacy from the Olympics and Paralympics, working to ensure the impact is felt within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Formed in February 2007, GOLD is led by Greater Cambridge Partnership and LIVING SPORT and brings together representatives from public and private sectors covering sport, health, community, transport, skills and business.
Member Champions Group
In addition there are a number of Councillors who have taken on the role of championing the activities leading up to 2012. These Members are shown below.
Cllr Martin Curtis
Cambridgeshire County Council
Cllr James Hockney
South Cambridgeshire District Council
Cllr Janet Goodwin
Peterborough City Council
Cllr Steve Garratt
Fenland District Council
Cllr Lewis Herbert
Cambridge City Council