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<p>Football clubs form an integral part of this country and it is important they are
given as much support as possible during these difficult times.</p><p> </p><p>In light
of this, the Government announced a comprehensive and sizable package of direct fiscal
support for business through tax reliefs, cash grants and employee wage support.</p><p>
</p><p>It is also vital that the football community comes together at this time, and
I welcomed the Premier League announcement to advance funds of £125 million to the
EFL and National League to help clubs throughout the football pyramid. The EFL has
also announced a £50m relief fund to help their clubs enduring immediate cash flow
problems because of the coronavirus crisis.</p><p> </p><p>The Government will continue
to liaise closely with all the football authorities to further understand the difficulties
clubs are experiencing.</p><p> </p>
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