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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Council apologises to Millwall over use of club badge in racism booklet

  • Millwall Football Club received an apology from Westminster City Council for the insensitive use of their official logo in a children's education booklet.
  • The club's badge was depicted on the clothing of a member of a white supremacist hate group in the booklet, which aimed to illustrate the historic problem of racism within football.
  • Westminster City Council confirmed the booklet has been removed from circulation and stated they are reviewing internal processes to prevent similar incidents.
  • A council spokesperson apologised to Millwall for the improper use of their logo and any offence caused.
  • Millwall's official supporters' group indicated that the club is still considering its legal position regarding the matter.

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Millwall receive apology over ‘insensitive’ use of club logo in racism booklet

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