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Minister demands action after ‘shocking’ report into racism in Scottish cricket

Scotland’s sports minister is demanding “swift and decisive action” after a “shocking” report into cricket north of the border uncovered 448 examples of institutional racism. Maree Todd spoke out after an independent review recommended that the ...

25 Jul 2022 at 14:08

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Cricket Scotland leadership ‘institutionally racist’, report finds

A total of 448 examples of institutional racism have been revealed by an independent review of cricket in Scotland – with the sport’s governing body now being recommended to be put in “special measures”. Cricket Scotland failed 29 out of 31 ...

25 Jul 2022 at 12:45

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Cricket Scotland board resigns ahead of independent report into racism release

The entire Cricket Scotland board resigned 24 hours before an independent report is set to outline institutional racism within the sport and governing body. The board members say they stepped down to allow new governance structures to be ...

24 Jul 2022 at 16:04

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Cricketer claims umpire suggested she ‘stay home to do ironing’ during match

A cricketer, who claims an umpire at a county cricket match suggested she “stay at home to do the ironing”, has called the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket (ICEC) report “shocking, but not surprising”. Charlotte Dukes, from ...

28 Jun 2023 at 15:22

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We stand with you – Chelsea condemn online racial abuse directed at Lauren James

Chelsea have condemned racial abuse directed towards forward Lauren James following Sunday’s Women’s Super League clash with Arsenal. England international James was at the centre of controversy during the game after appearing to ...

12 Dec 2023 at 16:57

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Ex-Yorkshire chairman Colin Graves says no racism allegations were raised to him

Colin Graves insists no allegations of racism were ever raised to him during his time as Yorkshire chairman but that regrettable words may have been said as part of dressing-room “banter”. The club have admitted four charges ...

12 Jun 2023 at 18:00

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Barry Bannan dedicates Sheffield Wednesday’s stunning comeback to Darren Moore

Sheffield Wednesday captain Barry Bannan dedicated his side’s incredible play-off win over Peterborough to boss Darren Moore. Wednesday beat Posh on penalties on a breathtaking night at Hillsborough, recovering from a 4-0 ...

19 May 2023 at 08:36

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I’m truly sorry – Heather Knight apologises for historical ‘blackface’ photo

England captain Heather Knight has been reprimanded and given a suspended £1,000 fine after a historical photograph of her in ‘blackface’ emerged on social media. Knight, set to lead England at next month’s T20 World Cup,...

23 Sept 2024 at 16:06

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Lauren James says ‘haters always fuel me’ after being target of online abuse

Lauren James has emphasised that “haters always fuel me” following the racist abuse the Chelsea and England star has received. Cases of the 23-year-old forward being the target of abusive online posts include last ...

16 Oct 2024 at 21:11

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Manchester City report racist and misogynistic abuse of Bunny Shaw to police

Manchester City record goalscorer Bunny Shaw was sent racist and misogynistic messages following Sunday’s Women’s Super League game against Arsenal, the club have confirmed. City have reported the matter to the ...

04 Feb 2025 at 20:52

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Blue plaque honour for first black footballer called up by England

The remarkable career of the first black footballer to receive an England call-up is to be honoured with a national blue plaque. John ‘Jack’ Leslie, who scored 137 goals in 400 appearances for Plymouth Argyle ...

16 May 2025 at 00:01

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Jess Carter felt ‘relief’ as white team-mates missed penalties like Lauren James

Jess Carter has admitted she felt “relief” when three of her white England team-mates joined Lauren James in missing penalties in the Euro quarter-final shoot-out against Sweden. Carter, who was the target ...

12 Aug 2025 at 08:37

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