Louie French, Member of Parliament for Old Bexley and Sidcup, has today welcomed the Government’s announcement that a new independent football regulator will be established to help secure the long-term sustainability of English football.
Speaking in the House of Commons Louie said:
“Following years of misery and uncertainty for football fans at local clubs such as Charlton Athletic FC, I welcome the news of a new independent football regulator”.
Louie went on to seek assurances from the Sports Minister, Stuart Andrew, that the new regulator will have the powers to tackle regulatory breaches and strengthen ownership tests, which has been a key issue at clubs such as Charlton. The Minister provided assurances that new legislation will be brought forward to achieve this objective.
Football is nothing without its fans, and for too long the football authorities have collectively been unable to support them in tackling some of the biggest issues in the game.
That is why the Government are implementing the recommendations from the Fan-Led Review of FootballGovernance. A new independent regulator for the men’s elite game will be established and fans will be guaranteed a greater say in the strategic running of their clubs.
These reforms will ensure fans are placed at the heart of football clubs and protect the heritage of our loved football clubs against unscrupulous owners. This will help to grow local economies, delivering on the Government’s five priorities and build a better future across the country