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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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National Volunteers’ Week

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We Are One Team, We Support You

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Annual LGBT Pride Celebration

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Return to Elite Training

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BWL Annual Achievement Awards Winners

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Membership

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Staying Safe During Covid-19

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Competitions

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Activity levels at record high

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The UK’s charities need your help

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Talking to a child worried about COVID-19

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Sport England Campaign

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Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games Postponed to 2021

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BWL Competitions and Courses Postponed due to COVID-19

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Gyms to close with immediate effect

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British Weight Lifting Competitions Postponed due to COVID-19

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Coronavirus Update - 13 March 2020

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Coronavirus Guidance from DCMS

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Power & Glory - British Weight Lifting Championships

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