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Maria Miller announces host city for next year's event.
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Building on the success of the hosted in Sheffield, 2014 will see 1,600 of the most talented school-age non-disabled and disabled athletes competing in a city renowned for its passion for sport.
Culture Secretary, Maria Miller said:
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Inspired by London 2012
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Jennie Price, Chief Executive of Sport England, said:
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Further information
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