COMMONWEALTH Games bosses have announced a partnership with Unicef to help improve children's lives through sport.

The collaboration has been backed by Unicef ambassadors Ewan McGregor and David Beckham, who said they were pleased children are the focus of the Glasgow 2014 legacy.

The partnership, with the Commonwealth Games Fund and Glasgow 2014, aims to raise funds for Unicef's work in Commonwealth countries around the world.

Actor Ewan said: "I couldn't be more pleased that Glasgow has been selected to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games and partner with UNICEF.

"There are so many aspects of the Games that I'm in no doubt will leave a significant legacy. The Unicef partnership will benefit disadvantaged children around the world.

"This partnership opens the door to helping transform children's lives, both in my own country of Scotland, and in other Commonwealth nations across the world.

"That's a hugely exciting prospect that everyone should be proud of."

Footballer David added: "I am delighted to hear that Unicef and Glasgow 2014 are to put children at the heart of the Commonwealth Games legacy.

"This partnership is an amazing opportunity for children around the world."

Unicef works with children in Commonwealth countries to give access to health care, water, food and education.

The announcement of the partnership took place at Swinton Primary School in Baillieston with help from Olympic athlete Nicola Adams.