Brentford FC was asked by the Premier League to host a visit yesterday by the Home Secretary during which she would talk to the media about public order in football. The Club agreed but should have anticipated that the media would ask about wider political issues such as government policy towards asylum seekers. Brentford’s stadium thus became the background for political views which are not universally shared by fans. BU are clear that politicians who visit our stadium are welcome to talk about football issues but not to use it as a platform for their other views. We hope the Club will learn from this and review their press planning to ensure all events are in keeping with our values.
