Macc Town charged with misconduct

BREAKING NEWS: 3 pm Thursday 14. The English Football League (EFL) has charged Macclesfield Town with misconduct for non-payment of wages to staff and players.

Macclesfield Town now faces the prospect of a “full range of sanctions” if found in breach of regulations.

The EFL had been in discussions with the club and PFA in a bid to find an “appropriate solution” to the matter. The club has now been referred to a disciplinary commission. 

Due to taking part in a Leasing.com Trophy game against Shrewsbury Town last night, the EFL has released £30,000 to the club in order to help pay players and staff.

The full statement from the EFL reads: “Macclesfield Town has been charged with misconduct under EFL Regulation 63.7 for non-payment of wages and referred to a Disciplinary Commission for failing to pay its players on the applicable payment due dates.”

“The EFL recognises the impact the non-payment of wages has on the health and wellbeing of those involved and has been engaged in discussions with Macclesfield Town and the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) to try and find an appropriate solution.”

“The Club was given until 4pm yesterday to provide a response to the EFL’s request for information in this respect.”

“As a result of the information provided, the EFL has notified the Club of multiple charges related to failing to adhere to the terms of the contracts that are in operation.”

“The Disciplinary Commission has the power to impose a full range of sanctions as set out in Regulation 92 if the Club is found to be in breach.”

“As a result of the Club fulfilling its obligations in respect of playing last night’s Leasing.com Trophy fixture, the EFL has released an immediate payment of £30,000 secured through participation in this season’s competition to assist in the payment of wages to players and staff.”