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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Football Governance

Thursday 16 September 2021 · 3 questions

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 3 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The review involves over 150 clubs and 20,000 fans and covers financial sustainability, governance, regulations, and ownership.
  • The Secretary of State has not arranged a meeting with clubs yet but will hold a roundtable with football industry representatives.
  • The review is considering the issue of club ownership based on submissions and evidence from supporters.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Clive Efford Lab Eltham and Chislehurst
Culture, Media & Sport
Context

The interim report from the chair of the panel suggests introducing a golden share for fans to have a veto over certain reserved powers. This raises questions about how the Department is preparing to act on expected recommendations.

Question

What discussions has the Department had in preparation for the final report with other departments and local government?

Answer from Nadine Dorries

The review is extensive, involving over 150 clubs and 20,000 fans. My hon. Friend has met numerous organisations and stakeholders throughout the industry. I look forward to her report later this year and promise it will be extensive.

Partly answered

Not addressed: specific discussions with other departments and local government were not detailed

How: Will Certainly Consider Any Proposals Very Seriously

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Q2 Andrew Bowie Con West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
Culture, Media & Sport
Context

The recent European super league proposal raises questions about the need for immediate action based on the fan-led review.

Question

What discussions is she having with football clubs on the review and does she plan to meet any clubs in the near future?

Answer from Nadine Dorries

The review looks at financial sustainability, governance, regulations, ownership, and an independent regulator. There is much work to do; I have not arranged a meeting yet but will hold a roundtable this coming week with football industry representatives.

Partly answered

Not addressed: no specific meetings planned or discussed

How: Being Just 35 Minutes Into The Job

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Q3 Tony Lloyd Lab
Culture, Media & Sport
Context

Recent collapses of football clubs in the north-west due to incompetent or hostile owners highlight the need for a thorough review.

Question

Will the Secretary of State make sure that ownership issues are taken properly on board following the review?

Answer from Nadine Dorries

Fans are the lifeblood of football and sport. The review is considering the issue of club ownership in light of submissions and evidence from supporters representing more than 150 clubs, and I will certainly consider any proposals very seriously.

Partly answered

Not addressed: no specific actions or timelines committed

How: Will Certainly Consider Any Proposals Very Seriously

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