The introduction of IREF remains a great opportunity to increase the pace of the important work that is already underway at football clubs consulting and engaging with their fans. Whilst clubs should be encouraged to exceed fan engagement standards and pursue best practice, this should be underpinned by the backstop of a strong, independent regulatory framework.

The introduction of IREF remains a great opportunity to increase the pace of the important work that is already underway at football clubs consulting and engaging with their fans. Whilst clubs should be encouraged to exceed fan engagement standards and pursue best practice, this should be underpinned by the backstop of a strong, independent regulatory framework. Type: conclusion | Number: 4 | Paragraph: 22 | Response status: under_consideration Government response: The Government welcomes the industry’s ongoing efforts to improve transparency and its commitments to practices which seek to provide equity and fair opportunities for all. For example, since the publication of the Fan-Led Review, the football leagues and the FA have introduced enhanced equality req