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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 15 January 2025

Debate

Football Governance Bill [HL]

Contribution

The Government rightly celebrate British success stories and say that their number one priority is growth. The Premier League represents precisely what we should be prioritising: a fast-growing, iconic industry that showcases our ability to build world-beating enterprises that deliver commercial and social value. But successful industries require regulatory frameworks that protect against unintended consequences. Proper scrutiny through merit-based reviews is not a barrier to good regulation; it enables it. It drives better analysis, ensures fairness and protects the investment that makes our game thrive. Without it, we face regulatory decisions that could inflict profound damage on football’s delicate ecosystem.

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