§ 20. Mr. WattsTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what steps he is taking to increase investment in local football facilities. [128216]
§ Kate HoeyThe Government will shortly announce full details of the Football Foundation, a new partnership body including the Football Association, the FA Premier League and Sport England. All three partners will contribute to the Foundation's income, which will include 5 per cent. of the FA Premier League's next broadcasting contract and substantial Lottery funding.
417WThe Foundation will fund community and education initiatives and will continue the stadium safety work of the Football Trust. The greater part of its income, though, will go to funding the sport at the grass roots, including the provision of facilities and coaching.