§ Mr. ColemanTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what plans he has to introduce a regulator to oversee the activities of professional football clubs in the United Kingdom; and if he will make a statement. [77795]
§ Mr. BanksI expect the football authorities to address issues relating to the administration of professional football, and I know they are currently reviewing structures and procedures.
The Government have recognised the special role football plays in this country by establishing the Football Task Force to investigate issues of concern to all those involved with the game. The Task Force is currently considering the complex issues associated with the commercial aspects of the game, which may include whether some kind of football regulator is required. I will give careful consideration to any recommendations which the Task Force's forthcoming commercial report may make in this area.
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