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Once in a lifetime opportunity to carry the Paralympic Flame thanks to Sainsbury’s Wimbledon

Customers at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon have their final opportunity to nominate teams or individuals to be a part of the London 2012 Paralympic Torch Relay.The Sainsbury Wimbledon, situated in worple road launched it’s public nomination campaign on Wednesday 11th January. It’s the last of three campaigns run by the London 2012 Paralympic Torch Relay Presenting Partners. The final campaign, involving Sainsbury’s stores across the country, will give customers the chance to nominate a team or individual from their local community who they feel has inspired them.Sebastian Coe, Chair of LOCOG, said: “All around the UK there are teams or individuals that embody the Paralympic values and make a difference to thelives of others. The London 2012 Paralympic Torch Relay aims to recognise the contribution of some of these amazing people.“The Sainsbury’s nomination process is the final of the three campaigns run by our Paralympic Torch Relay Presenting Partners so if there is a team or individual in Wimbledon that you feel deserves recognition for their contribution, then I would encourage you to nominate them”.Sainsbury’s Wimbledon customers can nominate individuals or teams by picking up a leaflet in-store (which is freepost), calling the helpline on 01299 382 074 or visiting www.sainsburys.co.uk/paralympictorchrelay. Nominations close on Tuesday 14th February.

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