Sky News 2012 Olympics Coverage

The operations room capacity for the London 2012 Olympics was doubled, with military involvement planned due to G4S security failings. Despite these issues, G4S's head, Nick Buckles, insisted on claiming the agreed £57 million management fee. The Olympics Minister, Hugh Robertson, mentioned that lawyers are reviewing the contract to find ways to recover money through penalty clauses.

What was the original plan for military involvement in the London 2012 Olympics?

• To replace the private security firm entirely

• To support the operations room with additional capacity

• To provide security for the opening ceremony only

• To manage all security operations independently

Why might more troops be needed for the London 2012 Olympics?

• To reduce costs

• To ensure a larger military presence

• Because of the failings of G4S

• Due to increased threats

What is Nick Buckles' stance on the £57 million management fee?

• He believes the fee should be reduced

• He is negotiating a new fee

• He insists the company is entitled to it

• He has agreed to forfeit the fee

What action is the Olympics Minister taking regarding the G4S contract?

• Calling for Nick Buckles' resignation

• Increasing the management fee

• Awarding a new contract to another firm

• Reviewing the contract for penalty clauses

What is the focus of the contract review by the lawyers?

• To extend the contract duration

• To find ways to recover money

• To increase the number of staff

• To reduce the military involvement