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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Simon Peach

Northern Premier League chairman stood down over alleged email controversy

Broadhurst Park, home of FC United of Manchester - (Getty Images)

Northern Premier League (NPL) chairman Mark Harris has been relieved of his duties, pending a full disciplinary investigation into an alleged expletive-laden email sent to a supporter.

The controversy stems from the decision to move FC United of Manchester’s home match against Stockton Town – a potentially key promotion fixture – to a neutral venue on 21 April, after six previous postponements.

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