Exactly seven years from today, the London 2012 Paralympic Games will start in the capital city of Great Britain.

Sebastian Coe, Chairperson of the London 2012 Organizing Committee said: “29 August 2012 will be a great day in the history of sport for people with a disability in the UK. We won our bid as one bid for both the Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Paralympic Games and the Paralympic Movement have a special place in the history and development of sport in the UK. Our vision for the London 2012 Paralympic Games is to set new standards for services, facilities and opportunities for people with a disability.”

Preparations for the Games, which will be held from 29 August to 9 September 2012, are already underway. Next week, Xavier Gonzalez, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) will visit London and meet representatives and officials from the British Paralympic Association (BPA) and the Organizing Committee for discussions about London’s plans.

London 2012 will create a Paralympic Games division that will integrate and co-ordinate the planning for both Games. The London 2012 Paralympic Games aim to be an athlete-centred event with convenient venues. Accessibility will be the most important issue, from competition venues to transportation.

For further information, please visit the official website at www.london2012.com.