Formula 1 75th Anniversary 2025-02-27
2025-02-27
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The question arises from the context of the 75th anniversary celebrations of Formula 1. Greg Smith, a known supporter of motor sports in the UK, raises the issue to highlight the importance of diversity and inclusion within the industry.
Formula 1 is a world championship, but it is a predominantly British success story. Would the best way for the Government to join its 75th anniversary celebrations not be to get behind the efforts of Susie Wolff and others to get more women into the sport, and to back the Hamilton Commission in getting more people from more diverse backgrounds to participate in motor sport at all levels?
I pay tribute again to the hon. Gentleman for all his work. The milestone provides an excellent opportunity to reflect on the sport’s long history in the UK and the huge contribution that it makes. I echo and agree with his comments about diversity. F1 also has a significant economic impact, with seven out of 10 Formula 1 teams based in the UK collectively generating £1.9 billion in turnover in 2022.
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The specific ask regarding supporting initiatives for diversity was acknowledged but no concrete commitment or action was provided by the government.
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