An Equality Commission review identified significant gaps in fairness, inclusivity and governance within Ulster boxingBoxer Daryl Clarke got a five-figure payout after he said he was excluded from NI’s 2022 Commonwealth Games team because of his identity
Daryl Clarke brought proceedings after claiming he was excluded from the 2022 Commonwealth Games due to his religious and cultural identity
According to a report by the Equality Commission, flags and sectarian grievances are ‘hindering NI boxing’.
The review comes after boxer Daryl Clarke claimed he was excluded from the 2022 Commonwealth Games team because of his identity.
The Ulster Boxing council paid Clarke a five-figure sum without an admission of Liability.
The report also cites the continued display of flags, emblems and identity symbols at events, and a lack of formal procedures for reporting harassment and discrimination.
Ciarán Dunbar is joined by Belfast Telegraph journalist Niamh Campbell to discuss the case.
Flags and sectarian grievances are ‘hindering NI boxing’
