With the Olympics looming ever closer, understandably security will be a main concern for the London 2012 organizing committee. It looks as though they are on top of things in this respect, having carried out a security test in Scotland recently. The rehearsal took place at the semi-final of the Scottish Communities League Cup between Ayr and Kilmarnock, which the latter won in extra time, and involved fans. The fans that were entering the stadium through the North Stand at gates 19-40 were informed about the test beforehand, which involved them being searched.
Tests like this are necessary so that the organising committee can iron out any kinks before the Olympics begins. While they still have time to relax and play Party Poker , it is a good idea for them to be rehearsing their security systems. They carried out this test with their security partner G4S and were supported by Hampden Park and Strathclyde Police. Head of security integration and delivery at LOCOG, Ian Thomas, has emphasised the importance of these tests, saying that it is vital that such operations are able to run smoothly before the Olympics begin.
During the Olympics in London, there will be many security measures in place. In all venues, including those hosting football matches, all spectators will undergo security tests, to ensure that optimum security is maintained throughout the whole of the Games. The Olympic football matches will be held at Hampden Park between 25th July and 3rd August, and there will be a total of eight games, including both men’s and women’s competitions. Other security tests have recently taken place at football matches in Coventry, Manchester, Cardiff and Newcastle, which involved LOCOG testing security screening. All met with great success, and sports fans should be looking forward to the Olympics.
