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Premier League clubs criticised by report into disabled access and could face heavy fines and point deductions

Premier League clubs could face heavy fines and even points deductions if they fail to meet an August deadline to become compliant with disability access requirements, according to a report by the Culture, Media and Sport select committee.

The report states that four clubs - Chelsea, Liverpool, Crystal Palace and Bournemouth - are likely to miss the deadline, and also criticises West Ham for reducing provision for disabled supporters since it took over the Olympic Stadium.

It accuses some clubs of 'prioritising finance over improving access', although the east London club say the report is based on out-of-date information.