Level Playing Field

2015 - A Year in Review

2015 - A Year in Review

As 2015 draws to a close, we take a moment to review what has been another fantastic and successful year for LPF and to thank everyone who has helped us to make it happen. We couldn't do it without you. Wishing you all a very happy new year.

2015 Headline News

2015 has been a momentous year for Level Playing Field and for disabled supporters - here are just a few highlights of the headline news from the year:

Premier League and its clubs pledge to meet Accessible Stadia standards by 2017

Level Playing Field calls on Premier League to donate 1% of new TV deal to improve access for disabled fans

House of Lords - Accessible Sports Grounds Bill

Government survey of disabled fans - Ministers highlight ‘inexcusable’ lack of disabled access

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

Premiership Rugby's commitment to access and inclusion

Sports Grounds Safety Authority updates standards for disabled access at sports grounds

Our work in 2015

LPF have been pleased to work with governing bodies, their clubs and disabled supporters in 2015. This year we have handled more than 350 enquiries and offered expert access advice and support, mediation and access audits to football, cricket, rugby league, rugby union and tennis venues in England and Wales.

We are looking forward to the new year with optimism and are excited about working with everyone again in 2016.  

For more information on LPF's services, please email info@levelplayingfield.org.uk or call us on 0208 621 2403 

Working Together Project

2015 has been a fantastic year for our ever growing Working Together project which has seen several new Disabled Supporter's Associations established as well as the inauguration of a South Coast disabled fans regional forum. Here are some of the highlights from 2015:

Newport County launch Disabled Supporters Association

Crystal Palace FC to support new Disabled Supporters Association

Portsmouth FC host inaugural South Coast Regional Forum

Bantams Disabled Organisation to enhance Bradford City matchday experience

Joy as Wrexham's viewing platform for wheelchair users opens for the first time

News coverage on the issues faced by Disabled Supporters

Access and inclusion for disabled sports fans has been placed firmly on the agenda in 2015 and has received widespread coverage throughout the mainstream media. We've selected a just a few stories featured this year:

The Telegraph: Government to tackle inequality as Premier League clubs let down disabled fans

Sunday Observer: Disabled fans short-changed despite riches pouring in

BBC: Premier League continues to fail disabled fans, suggests survey

The Guardian: Sport must do more for disabled supporters, say ministers

Equality & Human Rights Commision: Why action is needed to stop the beautiful game becoming an ugly experience for some

Weeks of Action 2015

Our 2015 Weeks of Action campaign proved to be a resounding success, with many clubs and disabled supporters associations celebrating the theme of 'Access & Inclusion' and highlighting the work they do in partnership with their disabled supporters.

Here are some of the highlights from the 2015 campaign:

Joe Ayton's Matchday Experience

Sheffield United and Bradford City fans join forces to mark Weeks of Action

Crawley Town celebrate Weeks of Action 2015

Manchester City celebrate Weeks of Action 2015 in style

Watch 3 short films as Luton Town mark Weeks of Action 2015

MK Dons fifth 'Ability Counts' day a big success

Things that made us smile

We've put together a few stories that brought a smile to our faces in 2015, enjoy!

Noah's Great Day Out!

Lifelong disabled Liverpool FC fan honoured with 'Point of Light' award

World record 5-a-side football match attempt in memory of Lee Knight

Great day out for LPF supporters Kings Park Dynamo FC

Obituaries

We would like to take a moment to reflect on the passing of some good friends and influential people from the world of access and fan representation in 2015. 

Brian Lomax

Keith Marson

Lee Knight

Carl Tilson

Ken Malley

Our thoughts were with their families and friends this year.

LPF Membership 2015 / 16

As a user led organisation, our members are always at the heart of what we do. Their shared passion for sport and equality really drives us to influence long term change and improve the spectator experience for all disabled fans. You can read more about our guiding principles here.

Level Playing Field is pleased to offer a range of memberships. These are available to anyone who wishes to support and follow the work we do to ‘promote good access for all fans’ at sports venues across England and Wales.

Join LPF today

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

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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