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Clarification – The FWA and dispute resolution
The Football Writers' Association yesterday made a statement in which we called for a resolution to our members being banned on Merseyside.
We do not represent the interests of news organisations but have an obligation to respond to issues raised by any individual member in respect of bans by clubs or organisations.
The Sun, Everton and Liverpool
The Football Writers' Association is concerned by the recent bans imposed on The Sun by Liverpool FC and Everton FC.
While the FWA understands the upset caused by the presence and views of columnist Kelvin MacKenzie, the organisation feels that its members, the football journalists, are being unfairly punished for actions which have nothing to do with them.
Footballer of the Year 2017
Voting is now open for the 2017 Footballer of the Year, ahead of the dinner on May 18 at the Landmark Hotel, London.Jamie Vardy won a hotly-contested vote last May, and it is likely to be just as competitive this season with so many high-profile players in the running.
