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Written question asked by Neil Coyle (Labour) on Monday, 24 January 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 26 January 2022. It was answered by Nigel Huddleston (Conservative) on Tuesday, 1 February 2022 on behalf of the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.


Olympic Games: Beijing

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, what assessment her Department has made of the effect of China hosting the Winter Olympic Games on the reputation of that event.

Answer

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is wholly responsible for the election process of the host nation of future Olympic and Paralympic Games. The host city is elected by a majority of the votes cast by secret ballot, with each active member of the IOC having one vote.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
110417
Session
2021-22
Subjects
Olympic Games Beijing
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk