Both sex get the same pay in Championships and other prize money for sports.

Rejected 13 signatures

What the petition asks

I'm doing my GCSE's Citizenship investigation portfolio and have decided to raise awareness for 'Equality in Sport.' Through-out the years it's been a huge problem for both sex, races, etc.. I want to assure women and men get the same pay, not just as prize money but as a general job.

Historically, women have earned less than their male counterparts throughout society. The Wimbledon Championships are a prime example based on prized money. Men earn another 5 grand more than women do. The metrics seem to point in favour of the Men victor being paid a sizeable sum of money greater than the women's champion. It is clear there is still much to be done to overcome the lasting gap in men's and women's pay in the domestic and global economy; but at least it's a start.

Why it was rejected

It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.

The UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for deciding on the level of pay and prizes in sports.

Timeline

26 Feb 2018	Petition opened for signatures
2 Mar 2018	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 13

Status Rejected

Rejected 2 Mar 2018

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