The inadequacies of the current fit and proper persons test in English football were laid bare again this week following an investigation into the owner of Scunthorpe United by The Athletic.

This week the Government published its response to the consultation on the Football Governance White Paper as work continues to deliver reform to protect the future of our game and football clubs.

On Thursday the Government gave an update on its plans for the reform of football. This follows on from the publication of its football governance white paper in February, which itself was informed by the Fan Led Review of football that was undertaken in 2021.

Chelsea have announced that they will end the £10 subsidised coach travel offered to away fans who follow the Blues on the road.

The ongoing crisis at Southend United continues as the club were given a 10-point deduction by the National League this week after once again failing to pay an existing tax bill.

This weekend Spurs fans led by Tottenham Hotspur Supporters’ Trust will be demonstrating against the club’s decision to hike matchday prices ahead of their first home game.

West Ham United fans have criticised their club for increasing the age for concessionary tickets for older fans to 66 – and have launched a petition against the move.

Ahead of the new season, many supporter organisations are expressing dissatisfaction at ticket price hikes in store for the 2023-24 season.