Question to the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport:
To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, if he will take steps to provide (a) financial and (b) other support for Hartlepool United; and if he will make a statement.
The Government does not provide financial assistance to professional sports clubs. I am however encouraged by the steps the community, fans and other stakeholders are taking to safeguard the future of Hartlepool United FC, and welcome the advice that Supporters Direct are providing.