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Scope Reinstates Choir for London Marathon After Equality Act Review

4/26/2026

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Scope reversed its cancellation and invited the Singing Striders choir to perform at the 46th London Marathon, citing Equality Act.
The choir will sing at the marathon’s Woolwich cheer point on April 26, 2026.
Scope cancelled the choir after two anonymous complaints about founder Janet Murray’s gender-critical comments, citing its commitment to trans and non-binary disabled people.
2026 elite winners can earn £40,500, with bonuses up to £92,500 for a world record.

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Scope reversed its cancellation and invited the Singing Striders choir to perform at the 46th London Marathon, citing Equality Act.
The choir will sing at the marathon’s Woolwich cheer point on April 26, 2026.
Scope cancelled the choir after two anonymous complaints about founder Janet Murray’s gender-critical comments, citing its commitment to trans and non-binary disabled people.
2026 elite winners can earn £40,500, with bonuses up to £92,500 for a world record.