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MPs fight for disabled fans
Clubs accused of discriminating against supporters inside stadiums

PREMIER LEAGUE clubs were urged to stop discriminating against disabled people by a Labour politician yesterday during a debate in the House of Lords.

Three out of the 20 Premier League clubs currently meet recommendations for the number of wheelchair spaces, with a Bill being brought forward by Richard Faulkner which would see clubs being unable to stage matches until the minimum guidelines were met.

Faulkner said: “I hope very much that the government and the football authorities in particular will appreciate the great support that exists in this House and outside for the principles underlying this short but necessary Bill.

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