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Written question asked by Lord Morris of Manchester (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Davies of Oldham (Labour) on Monday, 27 June 2005.


Football Clubs: Ownership

Question
Further to the Written Answer by the Lord Davies of Oldham on 6 June (WA 44), whether their policy to protect and promote the interests of stakeholders was fully reflected and given effect to in the recent developments affecting the ownership of Manchester United Football Club.
Answer

There is not a public interest consideration for football under the Enterprise Act 2002 and the Government have no plans to introduce one. While the Government are committed to ensuring that all football clubs are run in the best possible way, issues of ownership are ultimately a matter for the football authorities and clubs to decide on. However, the Government are aware of the views held by a wide range of stakeholders and will continue to monitor developments affecting the ownership of Manchester United Football Club as appropriate.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
495; 673 c4-5WA
Session
2005-06
Related items
Football Clubs: Ownership
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Subjects
Ownership Takeovers Manchester United