Premier League chief executive Richard Masters explains pay-per-view decision
Matches not being televised in October will be available on a pay-per-view basis.
Oct 14, 19:49
Oliver Dowden understands frustrations following indoor events
Fans are not allowed back into stadiums due to the coronavirus pandemic
Oct 14, 14:59
Oliver Dowden dismisses 'Project Big Picture' discussions
The Culture Secretary has urged EFL chairman Rick Parry to focus on agreeing a rescue package with the Premier League.
Oct 14, 14:57
Oliver Dowden 'to be questioned on the return of fans to stadiums'
The Government has scrapped plans to allow spectators back into sports venues.
Oct 8, 13:47
Oliver Dowden calls on Premier League to provide financial support for EFL clubs
The EFL says its clubs stand to lose £200million without crowds, having already lost £50m last season.
Sep 27, 11:09
Shadow Sports Minister: 'Government must act to prevent clubs from going bust'
It is understood DCMS is keen to move quickly to identify areas where there is critical need.
Sep 23, 10:03
Sports organisations and clubs fear for futures without the return of fans
The Michael Government announced on Tuesday plans to allow a phased return of fans to sporting events from October had been put on hold.
Sep 23, 08:42
RFU approaches Government for financial aid as Twickenham remains closed to fans
Concern over a second wave of coronavirus infections has resulted in the abandonment of plans for supporters to attend sports venues in England.
Sep 22, 19:34
Ten clubs to admit up to 1,000 fans at league matches this weekend
The games are part of a government pilot programme to test the return of spectators to sports events.
Sep 16, 14:00
Premier League chief Richard Masters encouraged by trial of fans in stadium
The Sport Tech Innovation Group will explore high-tech solutions to allow more fans into stadia.
Aug 30, 11:31
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on August 14
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Aug 14, 23:39
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on July 31
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Jul 31, 23:39
MP "disturbed" by number of Newcastle fans prepared to overlook Saudi human rights record
The Saudi-led takeover offer was withdrawn on Thursday.
Jul 31, 14:31
Tuesday's Formula 1 news roundup: Sebastian Vettel, Lewis Hamilton, Daniil Kvyat
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest Formula 1 news on Tuesday, July 7.
Jul 7, 12:30
Monday's Formula 1 news roundup: Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc, Carlos Sainz
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest Formula 1 news on Monday, July 6.
Jul 6, 14:05
UK gov't clears F1 staff for Silverstone races
The Formula 1 circus has received a green light to travel to Britain for the back-to-back races at Silverstone next month.
Jul 6, 08:13
Wigan Athletic facing 12-point deduction after being placed in administration
The timing of the sanction will be determined by where Wigan finish in the Championship the EFL has announced.
Jul 1, 14:30
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on June 23
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Jun 23, 23:39
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on June 19
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Jun 19, 23:39
Sky and BT 'fear losing subscribers following Government demands'
Government demands to have every Premier League match next season televised until fans are allowed back into stadiums is putting pressure on broadcasters Sky and BT.
Jun 19, 21:28
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on June 17
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Jun 17, 23:39
Oliver Dowden optimistic fans could return to stadium
The 2019-20 campaign will be played without supporters in attendance.
Jun 17, 19:28
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on June 4
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the entertainment world.
Jun 4, 23:39
Oliver Dowden tells football to "look after itself"
Former DCMS chair Damian Collins says there are only a few weeks to save professional football as we know it in England.
Jun 4, 11:54
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on June 1
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the entertainment world.
Jun 1, 23:39
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on May 30
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the entertainment world.
May 30, 23:39
Coronavirus roundup: Government announces start of "sporting recovery"
Oliver Dowden appeared at the daily Downing Street briefing to announce that competitive sport was being approved for a behind-closed-doors return.
May 30, 22:00
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on May 29
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the world of sport.
May 29, 23:39
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on May 20
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the entertainment world.
May 20, 23:39
Oliver Dowden: 'Free-to-air Premier League games could be win-win'
The Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport says he has held "productive discussions" with the Premier League, EFL and FA.
May 20, 20:32
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on May 18
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the entertainment world.
May 18, 23:39
Oliver Dowden urged to intervene with proposed Newcastle takeover
Newcastle are the subject of a £300m Saudi-led takeover bid.
May 15, 12:41
Government opens the door for competitive football to return in June
Oliver Dowden chaired a meeting with chief executives from the Premier League, EFL and FA.
May 14, 20:05
Plans to resume Premier League, Championship seasons make progress
Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Oliver Dowden says plans to resume football progressed after a meeting on Thursday.
May 14, 19:57
Gary Neville believes economics is driving football's early return
The UK lockdown will extend until May 7 at least.
Apr 29, 12:11
Rio Ferdinand: 'Football must respect Government decision on restart date'
The UK lockdown will extend until May 7 at least.
Apr 29, 12:03
FIFA doctor recommends spitting players are booked due to COVID-19 risk
The Government is leading discussions on how professional sport can restart should restrictions be eased.
Apr 28, 08:22
