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English cricket is ‘racist, sexist and elitist’, says landmark report

There is ‘widespread and deep-rooted’ racism, sexism and elitism in English cricket, according to a report from an independent commission

The Guardian - UK

Cultural change across a sport founded on misogyny is far from straightforward

Report of Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket found damning evidence of sexism and little or no influence for women

The Guardian - UK

English cricket rocked by damning new report into racism, sexism and class discrimination

The ‘Holding Up A Mirror To Cricket’ investigation issues 44 recommendations for change as the ECB vows to reset the sport after ‘seminal moment’

Evening Standard

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Racism and sexism in cricket ‘widespread and deeply rooted’, report finds

The Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket found 87 per cent of people with Pakistani and Bangladeshi heritage have experienced racism within the game, while women are treated as ‘second-class citizens’

The Independent UK

ECB chief vows to ‘reset cricket’ as report concludes racism and sexism are rife

The ICEC has made 44 recommendations to transform cricket’s culture and governance.

The Independent UK

Brazil: all-female sambistas tackle sexism of male-dominated genre

Groups such as Samba Que Elas Querem, whose rewrite of a samba classic prompted a legal tussle, are taking on the patriarchy

The Guardian - US

‘Predatory sexual behaviour and casual sexism’ tolerated in National Crime Agency, watchdog finds

‘Sexual predator’ let off with a written warning and men guilty of sexual misconduct allowed to return to units, report says

The Independent UK

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Details of WRU's sealed review into Welsh women's rugby released for first time

This review proved to be the catalyst for professionalising the women's programme in Wales

Wales Online

Avon and Somerset Police ‘institutionally racist’, chief constable says

Sarah Crew said issues of race, sexism and homophobia were present at her force.

The Independent UK

Damning report published on WRU sexism problems as bosses reveal three staff disciplined

A damning report has shown that the WRU was warned about a number of risks two years before the BBC investigation which prompted major change

Wales Online

Yes, the incel community has a sexism problem, but we can do something about it

A judge in Ontario’s Superior Court has ruled that a 2020 attack on a Toronto massage parlour was an incel-inspired act of terror. This is the first time that an incel-related crime has been labelled a terror offence.

The Conversation

‘Why do you hate us?’ - the gaming industry’s abuse problem

Women are still facing sexism and abuse in the industry, despite multiple attempts to clean it up

Evening Standard

Relationships are the true heart of 1940s dystopian novel 'Kallocain'

Karin Boye's novel is an outlier in that it was authored by a woman and, though narrated by a man, still expresses interest in women's inner life and acknowledges the subtleties of sexism.

WEKU

Police Scotland officers describe culture of sexism and victim-blaming

Those surveyed say sexist behaviour under-reported, with those who challenge it often ‘isolated from the team’

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The Independent UK

Senior female officer vows to tackle ‘shocking’ sexism in Police Scotland

A survey revealed 81% of officers agree sexism and misogyny is an issue within the force.

Daily Record

Scots police officers fear being called a 'grass' if they confront sexism or misogyny

The new report also found a “boys’ club culture” exists in areas of the service where “the real team meetings happen on the golf course”.

The National (Scotland)

Eight in 10 Police Scotland officers say racism and sexism are problems for force

A MASSIVE 86 per cent of female officers in Police Scotland have either experienced or witnessed misogyny within the force ...

Daily Record

Scots cops 'punished' for raising concerns over 'racism, sexism and homophobia' from colleagues, report finds

The report into the culture of the force found instances of "poor behaviour being known and seen in plain sight with no action being taken".

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Daily Mirror

Helen Lederer says young women today 'would be aghast' at sexism in TV in 80s and 90s

Comedian and actress Helen Lederer found fame on our screens in the 1980s and 90s in shows including Naked Video, Bottom, The Young Ones and Absolutely Fabulous

The Independent UK

Madrid Open sexism row escalates with Jessica Pegula criticism: ‘What century were they living in?’

Pegula and Coco Gauff led criticism of the tournament organisers after they were denied the chance to speak after their doubles final

Evening Standard

From ball girls to birthday cake — tennis sure has form when it comes to sexism

As the Madrid Open faces criticism for a tournament riddled with incidents of gender inequality, Martha Alexander takes a closer look at the the sexism problem plaguing elite tennis

The Independent UK

Madrid Open ‘ball girls’ outfits spark sexism row

The Madrid Open has also been embroiled in controversy surrounding women players being ‘silenced’ and birthday cakes

Radio France Internationale

Podcast: French union paradox, Tintin today, first Miss France

Why French unions are so prominent despite record low membership. How Tintin defied critiques of racism, sexism and anti-Semitism to remain one of France's favourite comic strip characters. And the 1920 beauty pageant that evolved into Miss France, watched by millions each year.

Evening Standard

FIA insists “due process was followed” in sexism allegations against president

Formula 1 governing body the FIA has defended its handling of sexism allegations against president Mohammed ben Sulayem.

The Guardian - US

Tucker Carlson is gone but ex-booker’s lawsuit could be a sting in the tail

Abby Grossberg alleges she was subject to bullying, sexism and antisemitism while working on the former host’s prime-time show

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