Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Jim Allister (Traditional Unionist Voice), on Monday, 27 October 2025, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 4 members in total.

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Discrimination in Ulster boxing

This House expresses concern over the state of Ulster boxing, particularly in light of the Equality Commission’s investigation into the Ulster Boxing Council (UBC) and the Irish Athletic Boxing Association (IABA); notes with concern that boxers from Protestant, Unionist, and Loyalist backgrounds have faced discrimination in selection for major tournaments and are unable to choose to represent Team GB, disregarding the complexity of Northern Irish identity; further notes that Protestant boxing clubs have faced barriers in accessing equitable funding and opportunities to compete at neutral venues; and therefore urges the Government and the Northern Ireland Minister for Communities to work with the UBC and IABA to implement transparent, inclusive policies that ensure fair selection processes, equitable funding, and respect for all identities in Northern Ireland.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

2157 

Session

2024-26

Other sponsors

Carla Lockhart

Jim Shannon

Gregory Campbell

Subjects

Discrimination Northern Ireland Boxing

Link

View this Early day motion on edm.parliament.uk