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The situation at Morecambe FC is critical.
Fans, players, staff and the town deserve so much better.
Today I have written to the club’s owner urging them to take immediate action to protect this proud club.
Lisa Nandy's email to the owner of Morecambe FC
Department for Culture, Media & Sport
Jason Whittingham
Bond Group Investments
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Dear Jason,
Rt Hon Lisa Nandy MP
Secretary of State for Culture, Media and
Sport 1st Floor
100 Parliament Street London SW1A 2BQ
E: enquiries@dcms.gov.uk
www.gov.uk/dcms
01 August 2025
I am writing to you to express my deep concern at the serious and worsening situation at Morecambe Football Club. The uncertainty and misery now facing this proud club, its fans, players, staff and the local community is heartbreaking to see.
As someone who has seen my own club, Wigan Athletic, in financial crisis not once, but twice, I know the agony that the supporters of this century old institution will be going through - watching on and feeling powerless with their beloved club's destiny in the hands of others.
As you know, we have been working at pace over the past year to put fans back at the heart of the game they love. That is why we passed the Football Governance Act to introduce an Independent Football Regulator. When it is fully operational the Regulator will work to prevent situations like that at Morecambe arising in the future, giving fans somewhere to turn to in times of crisis.
However, we are dealing in the here and now and the Regulator will not be up and running in time to help Morecambe today. It is therefore imperative that you act to help save the club and get round the table to do so. While I appreciate that this is ultimately a decision for you as owner, I implore you to find a solution to the club's current circumstance as quickly as possible.
I have seen first hand the work of the Shrimps Trust, who have done so much for the club in its time of need as well as the club's board and the local MP, Lizzi Collinge, who have worked tirelessly to try and save this club during this agonising time.
It is the Government's firm view that owners need to act as the custodians of their clubs.
It is never too late to do the right thing and with so much at stake for this grand old town, the time for action is now. I call on you to effect a sale to a suitable owner, and give the club a chance of a brighter future.
Yours sincerely,
Live Nandy
Rt Hon Lisa Nandy MP
Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport
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