A £23.5 million investment aimed at ensuring a lasting legacy from the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow has been announced.
First Minister Alex Salmond said he hoped the event would start a "physical regeneration" in Scotland and today's money would help to secure this.
He was joined by Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon at the People's Palace for the launch of a l
egacy blueprint for the Games.
Mr Salmond said: "As well as having great ambitions for Scotland's sporting stars at the 2014 Games, this government has great aspirations for the event to be a catalyst for physical, economic and social regeneration.
"A Games legacy for Scotland outlines an ambitious long-term approach that aims to capitalise on this once-in-a-generation opportunity to host a major international sporting event in the heart of Scotland."
The plan was launched yesterday with the announcement of £18 million in funding from sportscotland to support athletes, improve sports facilities and coaching and create a network of community sports hubs across Scotland.
Also announced was a £5.5m investment from the Big Lottery Fund 2014 communities grants programme.
It takes funding announced so far to support the legacy to more than £32m.
Ms Sturgeon said: "Our legacy plan aims to inspire everyone in Scotland to get involved and take advantage of this unique opportunity to become a healthier nation."
She added that participation in physical activity was at the heart of the legacy plan.
