Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 18459

Schools: Rugby

Tabled: 13 July 2026

Answered: 21 July 2026

Question

Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what discussions her Department has had with sporting bodies on increasing rugby participation in schools.

Answer

Georgia Gould

Rugby remains an established part of school sport and there are clear inequalities among girls, disadvantaged pupils and those with additional needs.The department maintains regular engagement with sporting bodies, including the Rugby Football Union and R...

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