Northern Olympics plan: John Healey set to announce £7m in funding

The News International - Oct 24, 2026

Northern Olympics plan: John Healey set to announce £7m in fundingOn Wednesday, a £7m fund to investigate the viability of hosting the Olympics in northern England will be announced in John Healey's first Budget, according to the BBC.The chancellor seeks to fund a comprehensive...

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