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Written question asked by Emily Thornberry (Labour) on Tuesday, 21 February 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 24 February 2023 (named day). It was answered by Jeremy Quin (Conservative) on Tuesday, 28 February 2023 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.


Manchester United: Qatar

Question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether any officials, advisers or ministers from his Department have held discussions with representatives of (a) the Qatari government, (b) the consortium led by Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani or (c) Manchester United Football Club on that consortium's proposed takeover of that club.

Answer

Neither Cabinet Office Ministers nor Officials have held meetings with the Government of Qatar, the consortium led by Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani, or Manchester United Football Club to discuss the takeover of the club.

This is a matter for the owners and potential purchasers to resolve, including meeting any relevant requirement of the league in which they compete.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
149435
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Takeovers Manchester United Qatar
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk