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Ceremony held in Ancient Olympia
Applications process launches for new local channels across UK
Prince Harry becomes President as competition ends
27 cities can bid for a share of £50 million pot
Programme includes 25,000 artists from around the world
HRH the Princess Royal heads delegation in Athens.
Dedicated team for government communications during London 2012 opens for business this week.
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