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Posted: Tue Mar 19, 2024 8:58 am
Football Governance Bill: Legislation for independent football regulator being introduced
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/6860207418 minutes ago
The UK government will continue plans for an independent football regulator when the Football Governance Bill is introduced in Parliament on Tuesday.
The legislation would grant powers to a body, independent of both government and football authorities, to oversee clubs in England's top five tiers.
The government announced plans to appoint a regulator in February 2023, following a fan-led review in 2022.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said it is "a historic moment for football fans".
"It will make sure their voices are front and centre," he added. "Football has long been one of our greatest sources of national pride.