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Stay up to date with the latest news, updates, and stories from the world of British Powerlifting.

5 Mar, 2025

Coaching Licence FAQ’s and learning guidance.

Coaching Licence FAQ’s and learning guidance can be found here.

4 Mar, 2025

DEIB Chair Announcement

British Powerlifting are pleased to announce the appointment of Samantha Townsend to Chair of our new DEIB commission. Details on Samantha’s appointment and how to be involved can be found here.

4 Mar, 2025

Introduction of Coach Licence for National events.

British Powerlifting are pleased to announce the introduction of our annual Coach Licence. Details of how to apply and applicants requirements can be found here.

4 Mar, 2025

Coaching Committee expansion.

In accordance with our bylaws British Powerlifting, under the guidance of our Coach course lead Charlie Marillier, is looking to expand our Coaching Committee. Details on the Coaching Committees roles

3 Mar, 2025

Disciplinary Chair Announcement

Details on the appointment of Tanya Bull as Disciplinary Panel Chairperson can be found here.

30 Jan, 2025

Anti-Doping Update January 2024

Squeaky’s back! @ukantidoping have revealed their new clean sport mascot for Paris 2024 to remind our athletes and support teams about the importance of anti-doping education. https://www.ukad.org.uk/Paris-2024-clean-sport-information  THE CLEAN SPORT

27 Jan, 2025

Anti Doping Research

Anti Doping Research Invitation to Participate in New Study funded by the World Anti-Doping Agency. British Powerlifting are supporting a research project being conducted at the University of Lincoln, seeking

22 Jan, 2025

Masters Equipped Team Head Coach Vacancy

Masters Equipped Team Head Coach Vacancy More details can be found here

17 Jan, 2025

British Equipped Championships Preview Report

British Equipped Championships Preview Report Tomorrow sees the start of our first British Championships of the year.  The British Equipped Championships begins tomorrow at 1000hrs in Newark-on-Trent. Details on entries

15 Jan, 2025

Disciplinary Chairperson Vacancy

Disciplinary Chairperson Vacancy Following the stepping down as Chairperson of the DC we are looking to appoint a new Chair of the Panel.  Bryn Evans will be remaining on the

14 Jan, 2025

International Referee Expense Policy

On the 11th April 2025 a poll was carried by the board and a majority vote achieved to approve the new International referee policy. details of this policy can be

9 Jan, 2025

SBD Classic Open Qualifying procedure.

SBD Classic Open Qualifying procedure. Details of how to qualify for the 2025 SBD British Classic Open Championships, along with live links to the entry list can be found here. 

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