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Police statement as follows in full; On Sunday (17 January) we were alerted to a football match taking place in #Billericay and our officers engaged with some of those involved. They provided identification indicating they were part of an elite level football club and the match involved youth and academy players. Based on this information officers took […]
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Following the UK Government’s latest announcement regarding the introduction of local COVID alert levels, our guidance for grassroots football, which includes NLS Feeder Leagues (Step 7) and below of the Men’s Football Pyramid and Tier 7 and below of the Women’s Football Pyramid, remains the same. It is extremely important that clubs, players, coaches, match officials, league […]
Read More… from FA GUIDANCE FOR GRASSROOTS FOLLOWING THE LATEST GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
We understand the Government’s decision, as the health of the nation is the priority. However, it is important to recognise that the impact on football will be huge. Clubs up and down the country are really struggling, and many will have been looking forward to crowds coming back in order to provide much-needed income […]
Read More… from FA UPDATE FOLLOWING THE GOVERNMENT’S LATEST COVID-19 MEASURES
Below are a set FAQs in response to the FA’s guidelines on returning to play outdoor competitive grassroots football, which were published on 18 July 2020. Q: What if my club is not ready to return to full competitive training and matches ? A: The FA has worked with the government to develop approval fro […]
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Read More… from FA Covid – 19 Safeguarding and Risk Assessment Guidance
A new report out today has revealed the shocking reality the UK’s grassroots football clubs are facing due to the Covid pandemic – with 10% fearing closure in a matter of months. Former England star David James has teamed up with Smart Pay As You Go (PAYG) energy firm, Utilita, to commission the ‘State of Play’ report, […]
Read More… from New report reveals 10% of Grassroots clubs face fear of closure
