Government and football bodies tackle discrimination
Authorities unite at Downing Street summit
Football authorities, former players and campaign groups took part in a summit at Number 10 today to discuss discrimination in football.
皇冠体育app talks focused on progress so far and how the parties can work together to send a clear message that discrimination will not be tolerated.
During the meeting, Culture Secretary announced that the Government is contributing 拢3 million to the 鈥檚 (FA) new National Coaching Centre, St George鈥檚 Park, to encourage coaches from all walks of life to reach the top of the game.
Football authorities also revealed details of a new bursary scheme open to black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates who have a minimum of the Level Two coaching qualification to assist with the costs of reaching top Uefa levels of coaching and provide mentoring opportunities at top flight clubs.
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David Bernstein, chairman of the FA, said the organisation was determined to provide an inclusive football experience. He added: 鈥淚 thank the Government for the strong support of St. George鈥檚 Park. When it opens later this year, it will provide an inspirational boost to our development work across all communities. 皇冠体育app FA remains firmly committed to ensuring football is for everyone and that prejudice has no place.鈥�
皇冠体育app will work closely with Police e-crime units to improve the way online racist and grossly offensive behaviour is identified and dealt with.
皇冠体育app 鈥檚 chairman Greg Clarke also announced he will sign the to tackle homophobia and transphobia in sport on behalf of the clubs in the Championship, League 1 and League 2. 皇冠体育app Premier League signed up earlier this month.