Rejected petition Make Rugby Union the official national sport of England.

The England rugby teams at all levels are a credit to the country, showing passion, teamwork, pride and bravery. All these aspects are what we should be striving for as a country.

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England men have come through great disappointment of the last year but have fought back and a now back at the top where they belong.
England Women are leading the world on how to play and conduct themselves
England U20s are world champions.
No other team sport in England has as much to admire than as Rugby for men, women and youth.
Rugby is one of the best sports for young people to learn. It inspires leadership and respect.

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Date submitted 27 June 2016
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