Northern England secures £7m for Olympic bid feasibility study

John Healey announces a £7m fund to investigate a potential bid for the Olympics in northern England during his first budget as chancellor. The funding will support a comprehensive feasibility study aimed at hosting the Games in the 2040s. This initiative is backed by northern mayors and prominent athletes, reflecting regional support for the ambitious project. The study's outcomes could significantly influence the decision to pursue an Olympic bid.

• 3:03 PMThe Guardian Sport — Northern Olympics campaign to get £7m in Healey’s budget