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Written question asked by Suella Braverman (Reform UK) on Friday, 10 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 April 2026. It was answered by Stephanie Peacock (Labour) on Friday, 24 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Athletics: Sports Competitors

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether her Department has made representations to World Athletics on the (a) case of Lynsey Sharp and (b) potential impact of differences in eligibility rules between the 2016 Olympic Games and current regulations on athletes.

Answer

Any such representations on this topic would be for the relevant governing body to make, as the domestic member of the international federation.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
125468
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Eligibility Olympic Games Athletics Sports competitors
Link
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