In the light of recent media interest I wish to clarify the situation with regard to the proposed Independent Review of the PFA.
On 21st November I, as Chief Executive, informed my members that we would be recommending to the PFA Board of Trustees and the Management Committee that an independent QC conducts a full and open review into the structure and operation of the PFA as the Trade Union for professional footballers in England and Wales.
Since that time there have been numerous meetings to organise the review and finalise the parameters and timeline. A decision has been made by the Management Committee and Trustees to appoint Sport Resolutions as the appropriate body to conduct the review. Sport Resolutions are in the process of constituting the panel that will conduct the review and will finalise the Terms of Reference and scope of the review.
The independent review will look into the (i) governance; (ii) management; and (iii) policies, procedures and operations of the PFA, with the aim of ensuring the PFA operates effectively, in accordance with the highest standards and in the best interests of its members.
Mindful of the PFA’s role to protect, improve and negotiate the conditions, rights and status of all professional football players by collective bargaining agreements, the Independent Review’s objectives will be to make recommendations on any changes necessary to implement best practice.
The Panel will aim to submit its findings to the Trustees and Management Committee of the PFA as soon as reasonably practicable (whilst ensuring that it comprehensively delivers on the agreed scope).
In the spirit of accountability and transparency, the Key Findings and Recommendations will be published by the PFA as soon as practicable after its completion (whilst ensuring that any necessary confidentiality is maintained).
Gordon Taylor OBE, PFA Chief Executive
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