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Controversial Policy Sparks Outrage
Keith Wyness, the former chief of Everton, has vocally criticized Manchester City’s recent decision to impose parking fees on disabled supporters. The move, which he described as “completely abhorrent,” has sparked a wave of backlash and concern over the treatment of disabled fans.
Charges Set to Impact Disabled Supporters
Starting from the 2025-26 season, Manchester City will charge disabled fans £228 per season for parking, a new policy confirmed to the club’s Disabled Supporters Association. This marks a stark change from the previous policy, where parking was provided free of charge. Fans will now face a cost of approximately £6 per match, which is expected to double by 2025.
The Reason Behind the New Parking Fees
Manchester City has justified the new charges by citing instances of reserved parking spaces going unused on match days. However, this rationale has done little to quell the discontent among supporters and critics of the policy.
Keith Wyness Calls for Action
Wyness, with his experience as a CEO at Goodison Park and his current role in a football consultancy, has called on Manchester City to retract their decision. He expressed disbelief at the amount being charged and suggested that the decision-makers failed to consider the specific needs of the group they are targeting. Wyness warned that this could have negative repercussions for the club’s public relations.
A Plea for Reconsideration
Highlighting the relatively small sum that the charges represent for a club of Manchester City’s stature, Wyness urged the club to reconsider their position. He hopes to see the decision reversed, in what he views as an unnecessary move that could tarnish the club’s reputation with its fanbase.
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