Local authorities have been at the forefront of creating a “transformative” participation legacy following London 2012, according to the Local Government Association (LGA).

A snapshot survey of 16 councils undertaken by the organisation found that councils had “seen a spike in sport such as diving and other watersports” since the flagship event four years ago, due to local government investment.

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