Overview

This bill aims to establish a formal English national anthem for use at sporting events featuring English teams or individuals. The process involves public consultation, parliamentary approval, and subsequent promotion by the Secretary of State.

Description

The bill mandates the Secretary of State to determine an English national anthem within nine months. This determination, including the anthem's words and music, requires a report detailing a public consultation period (at least six months) and any other consultations (e.g., competitions). Parliament must approve this determination via a resolution in each House. The Secretary of State is then responsible for promoting the chosen anthem, informing relevant sports governing bodies, and potentially creating regulations to aid in its implementation. Importantly, this bill does not affect the UK national anthem's use for UK or Great Britain representatives.

Government Spending

The bill does not specify any direct financial figures. However, costs will be incurred related to the consultation process, the preparation and dissemination of the chosen anthem, and the communication with sports governing bodies. The exact amount remains undetermined.

Groups Affected

• The Secretary of State: Responsible for leading the process, conducting consultations, making the determination, and promoting the anthem.
• Parliament: Required to approve the Secretary of State's choice of anthem.
• Sports governing bodies in England: Will be informed of and expected to use the new anthem at appropriate events.
• The public: Involved in the consultation to determine the anthem.
• Musicians and composers: Could potentially benefit from involvement in the selection process.
• Sports fans and participants: Will experience the change in the anthem used at English sporting events.

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