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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 22 June 2026

Debate

Sporting Events Bill [HL]

Contribution

Amendment 63, tabled by the noble Lord, Lord Holmes of Richmond, would require enforcement authorities to publish an equalities report, with details on what this encompasses set out, within six months of an event concluding. I want to provide reassurance that we expect punitive measures to be used only as a last resort. As with previous events, this Government will work with event organisers and enforcement authorities to ensure that enforcement activity prioritises intentional and persistent breaches of the law. This will include ensuring that appropriate training is in place for enforcement officers.

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