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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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IWF Rome World Cup Team GB Squad Announcement

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Weightlifting recognised in New Year’s Honours List

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Laura Hoggins - The Level 1 Award in Coaching Weight Lifting

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Manchester Para Powerlifting World Cup GB Team Squad Announcement

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European Youth and U15 Championships

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BWL Competitions Calendar 2020

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Competitions

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Another successful day at the IWF World Cup in China!

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Emily Muskett wins a silver medal!

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Jawad targets Manchester World Cup after successful England event

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BWL’s proposal moves to implementation stage of BUCS sport review’s second cycle

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Uncle Beef Unveil Christmas Menu

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Why a BWL course can aid coaching within all types of sport

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Recommend a friend to be entered into a free prize draw!

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European Junior & U23 Weightlifting Championships

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Anti-Bullying - Change Starts With Us

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England Grand Prix Roundup

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AGM: BWL Members vote to remain funding compliant

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