Member

I have one last point on the playing of football. The growth of academies has a little bit to answer for. Somebody can play football in one environment and one structure and then are told at the age of 14 that they are not wanted, often for something as arbitrary as “We don’t think you will be tall enough”—I have spoken to three parents who told the same story—to which I say, “You do not want Messi or Kevin Keegan or Ronaldo in your team?” When she replies, will the Minister give us some indication about the Government’s attitude towards the local duty that is embedded in the Bill for fans and the local community? What does it mean? This is my starter for 10, if you like. Something in the Bill should say, “Yes, we are going to make this practicable”, even if it is only to take best practice and make sure that it is adhered to, or at least followed in part. We are giving a lot of time in Parliament to football. Let us get a little bit back. I beg to move.