Rejected petition Ban Sky from buying exclusivity to large sporting events.

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The government should introduce legislation to stop subscription-only broadcasters such as Sky, buying exclusive rights to large sporting events.

The British public should be able to watch these events such as Formula 1, Cricket, Football and Golf without having to fork out a subscription of up to £60 per month.

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Date submitted 29 July 2011
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