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M2002

David Rae, Project leader Manchester 2002 for Cussons Uk (ltd), Cheadle, Stockport.

Your role in the Games:
Project leader of Cusson's official sponsorship.

What does having the Games in Manchester mean to you:
Commonwealth-wide opportunity to showcase our sponsorship and a major opportunity to entertain our UK trade customers.

What will the Games bring to the city:
Global interest and UK attention.

How will Manchester shape up as host:
Very well (weather permitting!)

What events are you looking forward to:
Athletics and cycling

Which competitors do you want to see in action:
And world class competitors

How do you think the local athletes will fare:
Mixed - we have some world class competitors and others will benefit from the experience.

What do you think of the venues being used:
Fantastic, particularly the Commonwealth Stadium and Velodrome.

What do you think tourists will make of the Manchester nightlife:
They'll be surprised at the scale and diversity of it.

What long-term benefits will the Games bring:
Major investment in buildings, sports facilities and urban regeneration.

Would you like to see other big events in Manchester:
Yes.