Overview

This bill mandates the UK Secretary of State to produce a report within six months, outlining proposals to tackle gender inequality in English football. The report will address funding, training facilities, player pay, prize money, and overall recognition given to men's and women's football.

Description

The Football (Gender Inequality) Bill requires the Secretary of State to publish a report detailing measures to address gender inequality in English football. This report must cover:

• Funding disparities between men's and women's football.
• Differences in training facilities.
• Pay gaps between male and female players.
• Inequalities in prize money awarded.
• Other factors impacting the recognition of men's and women's football.

Before publishing proposals, the Secretary of State must consult with:

• English football clubs.
• English football fans.
• Any relevant independent football regulators.
• Other individuals deemed relevant by the Secretary of State.

The Secretary of State must consider the views received during consultations, and all submissions will be published alongside the final report. The bill applies to England and Wales and comes into effect upon passing.

Government Spending

The bill itself doesn't directly allocate funds. The cost will depend on the proposals within the Secretary of State's report and any subsequent government action to implement those proposals. No specific figures are provided in the bill.

Groups Affected

The bill will affect:

• Women's football players and teams: Potentially positive impact through improved funding, facilities, pay, and recognition.
• Men's football players and teams: May see changes in funding distribution or other aspects depending on the proposals.
• Football clubs: Required to participate in consultations and may face changes in how they operate.
• Football fans: Their views will be sought during consultations, and their experience of football could be enhanced by the changes.
• Government: Will be responsible for drafting and implementing proposals, potentially incurring significant costs.
• Independent football regulators: Will be consulted on the proposed measures.

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