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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.


Olympic Games: Medals

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether her Department has had discussions with the International Olympic Committee on the potential merits of providing retrospective recognition or medal reallocation in cases where athletes competed against people who would not meet eligibility criteria under current rules.

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
125470
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Eligibility Olympic Games Medals Sports competitors
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk