MPs set to vote on making some Premier League matches free to air
A BID to make at least ten Premier League matches free to air will be voted on by MPs today.
It would see a legal requirement for the games to be shown on non-subscription telly like the BBC or ITV.
Fans fork out as much as £660 each year to watch top-flight football under existing commercial deals, according to the Lib Dems.
The party has tabled an amendment to the Football Governance Bill trying to force through the changes, although it is unlikely to pass without government support.
Culture spokesman Max Wilkinson said: “For too long, the jewel in the crown of British football has been locked behind an expensive barrier.
“It keeps fans out while lining the pockets of broadcasters.
“Fans are being rinsed of every last penny to watch the beautiful game.
“The next generation of Bellinghams and Bronzes are priced out of the chance to see football played at the very top level.
“That must end today.
“With a free to air revolution that gives the Premier League back to the country.”
