For example, we know that active volunteering has been linked to expanding opportunity and increasing employment.

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Minister for Sport and the Olympics Hugh Robertson, said: 'This will give those aged 16 to 18 a fantastic opportunity to play a role in the world's greatest sporting event and gain worthwhile experience in volunteering.

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Listen to this, this is the deal. (Applause.) All you have to do is complete 9 hours of volunteering, or three shifts -- same difference -- by August the 18, and you will get one opportunity to witness history with a guaranteed seat for my husband's speech on the final night of the convention. (Applause.) Be there.

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