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Len Johnson And Racial Discrimination In Boxing

08 June 2022 · 1 other contributor · 82 words

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At a glance

raised concerns about len johnson and racial discrimination in boxing in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.

Key points

  • Concerns raised about racial discrimination in boxing were discussed
  • Specific asks of the government regarding the issue were not recorded
  • No commitments were made by the government during the debate

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Other contributors (1)
  • Navendu Mishra Lab Stockport

    The MP congratulated the hon. Friend on securing this debate and mentioned Len Johnson, a famous Manchester boxer who held a British Empire middleweight title. The MP highlighted Johnson's campaigning against racial discrimination in boxing and his fight against the colour bar in some pubs in Manchester.

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