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Written question asked by Connor Naismith (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 September 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 13 October 2025. It was answered by Stephanie Peacock (Labour) on Monday, 13 October 2025 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Paralympic Games: Sports Competitors

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether her Department plans to provide additional support to prospective Paralympians.

Answer

The Government is fully committed to our elite sport system and enabling our Paralympians to achieve their potential and excel on the world stage. UK Sport have committed nearly £75 million to support the LA 2028 Paralympic cycle for new and returning Paralympians. We will soon get to see our Winter Paralympians compete in Milan-Cortina 2026, who have benefited from a nearly £8 million package of support.

The Backing The Best programme, managed by SportsAid for Sport England, also supports para-athletes who would face difficulties progressing through their sport’s talent development system without support.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
77874
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Paralympic Games Sports competitors
Link
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