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14Jan

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COMMONWEALTH GAMES FEDERATION LAUNCHES

COLLABORATIVE HOST SELECTION PROCESS FOR CENTENARY GAMES AND BEYOND The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) confirmed today the new collaborative host selection process for the centenary 2030 Commonwealth Games and beyond is now underway. With Glasgow 2026 preparations progressing apace, the CGF is continuing the positive momentum by inviting its 74 Commonwealth Games Associations (CGAs) to lodge formal expressions of interest (EOIs) for 2030 and future editions of the Commonwealth Games. The CGF’s 2023-2034 ‘Commonwealth United’ Strategic Plan, launched in June 2023, and ‘Games Reset’ allows a move away from the organisation’s traditional host bidding process, enabling it to be flexible in offering the opportunity to potential hosts to be innovative and work col...

8Jan

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Glasgow 2026 Announces Senior Team

The Glasgow 2026 Organising Company has today announced the executive team who will lead the organisation to deliver the 23rd Commonwealth Games in the summer of 2026. Phil Batty has been appointed Chief Executive Officer to deliver the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games alongside a senior team with a wealth of expertise and experience of delivering major sporting events in Scotland. Jade Gallagher has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer; Faye Shaw, joins as Chief Financial and Corporate Services Officer; Louisa Mahon joins as Chief Marketing and Communications Officer; and Martin Fitchie joins as Chief Information Officer. Glasgow 2026 will take place from Thursday 23 July to Sunday 2 August 2026 and feature a 10-sport programme concentrated across four venues within an eight-...

Multiple host cities possible for future Commonwealth Games

30Dec

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Multiple host cities possible for future Commonwealth Games

Media caption, Commonwealth Games still 'vitally important' - Jenkins After going to the 1984 Games as a rowing cox for Wales and then eventually becoming chief executive of Commonwealth Games Wales for 16 years, Jenkins became so passionate about the Games' future he even wrote a PhD on how to make the Games more sustainable. He is now bringing that research into his work as the CGF's president - and he is confident of the progress he has made. Jenkins' first big task was securing a host for 2026. It came in the form of Glasgow, who will put on an event of ten sports over four venues. No road events will take place, such as the marathon or cycling road events. Existing accommodation - including some hotels - will be used to house the athletes. "I think Glasgow's the st...

Commonwealth Sports Looks Forward to Bright Future

16Dec

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Commonwealth Sports Looks Forward to Bright Future

The Commonwealth Games Federation General Assembly was held virtually on Thursday 12 December, with the Commonwealth Games Associations (CGAs) updated on preparations for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) President Chris Jenkins thanked the 74 Commonwealth Games Associations (CGAs) Members for their immense work and support in securing a host for the 2026 Commonwealth Games and looked forward to an “exciting new dawn” for the Commonwealth Sport Movement at the 2024 General Assembly that was held virtually on Thursday 12 December.Jenkins, alongside CEO Katie Sadleir, welcomed online Members from across the Commonwealth, chairing his first General Assembly since becoming President last year.“We have been inspired by the enthusiasm that has ...

COMMONWEALTH SPORT EMPOWERINGNEXT-GENERATION WOMEN LEADERS

13Dec

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COMMONWEALTH SPORT EMPOWERINGNEXT-GENERATION WOMEN LEADERS

Commonwealth Sport is continuing its commitment to champion equal opportunity and empower the next generation of women in leadership through the launch of its Women Leaders Programme for 2024/2025. The Commonwealth Sport Women Leaders Programme (CWLP) is providing a powerful platform for the support and guidance in the personal development of 16 women aspiring to assume future leadership roles in the sports industry. The barrier-breaking programme is providing these aspiring women with a £5,000 scholarship, mentoring support and guidance to tailor their leadership journey and access to a community and online resources, with the goal of transforming equality of opportunity across the Commonwealth Sport Movement. Ellen Barwise, Director of Development & CGA Relationships at Comm...