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MP writes to Premier League chief demanding action after Everton poverty chants

Liverpool West Derby MP Ian Byrne has written to Premier League chief executive Richard Masters demanding action over poverty chanting following Everton‘s recent game against Chelsea. Byrne said Everton and Liverpool supporters have endured what he described as “class prejudice”…

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Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 11:29 AM

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MP Ian Byrne demanded Premier League action against poverty-related chanting directed at Everton supporters.
Visiting Chelsea fans reportedly sang poverty-related chants during their 2-0 victory over Everton.
Byrne wrote directly to Premier League chief executive Richard Masters calling for greater leadership on the issue.

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Liverpool West Derby MP Ian Byrne has written to Premier League chief executive Richard Masters demanding action against poverty-related chanting following Everton's recent match against Chelsea. Sections of visiting Chelsea supporters reportedly sang chants including "sign on" during their 2-0 victory, which Byrne condemned as shameful class prejudice.

Byrne, who has worked closely with the joint Everton and Liverpool initiative Fans Supporting Foodbanks, urged the Premier League to demonstrate leadership and solidarity in tackling chants aimed at people experiencing poverty.

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