A Labour MP has called for the introduction of a new rule for English football to ensure that black and ethnic minority candidates are always represented in the interview process for head coaching positions.
John Mann has put forward the proposal in a parliamentary motion which claims the game is missing out on a "great deal" of talent because of the "extremely low" numbers of black and ethnic minority mangers.
It also notes the success of the Rooney Rule, as it is known in the NFL, in increasing representation.
Mann said: " We are missing out on a wealth of talent because black and ethnic minority candidates are under-represented in top coaching positions.
"Now is the time to learn from the success in the US and implement a rule for our national game which ensures that black and ethnic minority candidates get a chance to gain interview experience and a better chance of top management positions.
"I am calling for all MPs to support my parliamentary motion and do what is right for candidates from all backgrounds and for English football."
Source: PA
