Level Playing Field

June 2015 E-Newsletter

Welcome to Level Playing Field

LPF is a registered Charity in England and Wales which acts as a campaigning and advisory organisation to its membership and other parties across all sports. www.levelplayingfield.org.uk

Wrexham FC to install state of the art viewing platform for wheelchair users

Wrexham FC Disabled Supporters Association has announced that they are working in partnership with the club and Glyndwr University to deliver a state of the art viewing platform for wheelchair users at the Racecourse Ground.

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Tranmere Rovers fans to attempt world record 5-a-side football match in memory of DSA Chairman Lee Knight

A group of Tranmere Rovers fans are set to attempt the longest recorded 5-a-side football match in memory of DSA Chairman Lee Knight, with the proceeds going towards improving access and inclusion for disabled fans at Prenton Park. The club has also been recognised for their good work improving disabled access in the House of Lords.

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House of Lords debate - Accessible Sports Grounds Bill

On Friday 17th July the House of Lords debated the second reading of the Accessible Sports Grounds Bill. The Government confirmed that Accessible Stadia applies to both new and existing stadiums and that the Equality Act currently provides sufficient legislation for a legal challenge to be taken against a football club. The Bill, put forward by Lord Faulkner of Worcester, is seeking government regulation for disabled fans provisions at sports stadia.

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Disability Access Officers to be made mandatory under new UEFA licensing regulations

UEFA has announced that as of the 2015/16 season football clubs must appoint a Disability Access Officer (DAO) to assist in improving stadium facilities and access for disabled supporters.

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News in Brief

Obituary - Ken Malley

Working Together project: Newport County DSA Funday a success

Working Together project: Bantams Disabled Organisation goes from strength to strength

Arsenal awarded Changing Places People's Choice Award

LPF Access Audits

LPF provides a professional programme of audits carried out by NRAC accredited Access Auditors with an increasing number of clubs and venue owners commissioning an LPF audit. Read more information on a LPF Access Audit and how to commission one here. 

Just Giving

Make a Charity donation online to support Level Playing Field's works. Every donation (small and large) is very much appreciated. 

Our Sponsors

LPF would like to thank the following Sponsors for their support:

The Football Foundation

Bevan Kidwell

The FA

Contact Us:

Address: Level Playing Field c/o CAFE, No.1 Olympic Way, Wembley, London, HA9 0NP

Helpline: 020 8621 2403

Email: info@levelplayingfield.org.uk

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