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2026 Competition Updates: Weight classes, virtual competitions and more

British Weight Lifting (BWL) has confirmed several important updates taking effect in 2026. These include new weight classes, changes to virtual competitions, and reminders regarding competition regulations. Please review the information below carefully.

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Applications now open: the Brian Hamill Award

British Weight Lifting (BWL) is inviting applications for the Brian Hamill Award, presented by the Weight Lifting Foundation in memory of Brian Hamill, a long-serving trustee and dedicated supporter of young people in weightlifting.

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Sam Hayer Awarded BEM in New Year Honours

British Weight Lifting (BWL) is proud to announce that Sam Hayer has been recognised by His Majesty The King in the New Year’s Honours with a Medal of the Order of the British Empire (BEM) for services to Weightlifting and to the community in the West Midlands.

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BWL Clubs: Host a Regional Open at your club

Bring competition to your club and be at the heart of British Weight Lifting.

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The World Anti-Doping Agency releases 2023 Prohibited List

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British Weight Lifting teams up with the Weight Lifting Foundation charity

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Regional Squad Selection & Come and Try Day!

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A celebration of the England Championships 2022

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Mark Swan announced in SportsAids shortlist

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England Championships Results

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Competitions

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In memory of Carlton Goring

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Dwarfism Awareness Day

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Emily Campbell Black History Month Q&A

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BWL Virtual Open Series: Round 3 results

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European Junior and Under 23 Championships: medals, British records, and personal best lifts

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British Weight Lifting teams up with West Yorkshire Police

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Deborah Alawode Black History Month Q&A

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Jenny Tong Black History Month Q&A

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British Weight Lifting (BWL) Charitable Foundation

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Women in Sport Time Together

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British athletes named for first ever IWF Athletes’ Commission election

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