§ 26. Dr. LadymanTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what steps he is taking to increase investment in youth and amateur football facilities. [123696]
§ Kate HoeyI am pleased to say that the Football Foundation, a new body, which will distribute funding from the Premier League, the FA and Sport England will be launched shortly. This follows the Premier League's commitment last year to investing 5 per cent. of its next broadcasting contract for the good of the sport. It is envisaged that the majority of the Foundation's income will be used to fund initiatives designed to develop football at the grass roots.