The Labour government has introduced its Football Governance Bill to the House of Lords in a bid to combat concerns about the sport’s financial sustainability.
The bill, designed to prevent unstable practices in the beautiful game, will grant fans a greater say on ticket prices, stadium moves and ownership.Labour plans to introduce an independent regulator to British football to tackle rogue owners and directors, implement a club licensing regime to help ensure a more consistent approach in how clubs are run.
”Announcing the bill’s introduction on Thursday, Ms Nandy said: “English football is one of our greatest exports and a source of national pride which this Government wants to see thrive for generations to come. “But for too long, financial instability has meant loyal fans and whole communities have risked losing their cherished clubs as a result of mismanagement and reckless spending.
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