Oliver Dowden
Premier League clubs returning to training as plans to resume play ramp up
Arsenal, Brighton, West Ham and Spurs have made tentative steps to open their training grounds with a potential return to action scheduled for June.
Apr 27, 21:18
Culture Secretary wants Premier League to return "as soon as possible"
Medical officials from major sports governing bodies will be involved in weekly meetings with Public Health England and DCMS.
Apr 27, 17:21
How sport is working towards restart should coronavirus restrictions be eased
The UK is currently in lockdown.
Apr 27, 17:19
Government unlikely to intervene in Saudi-led Newcastle takeover
A £300million buyout of Newcastle, backed by the Saudi public investment fund, is reportedly close to being finalised.
Apr 22, 18:43
Culture Secretary demands Premier League show remaining games on free-to-air TV
Oliver Dowden appeared before the DCMS committee and concerns were raised over whether people would break social-distancing rules to watch matches.
Apr 22, 18:37
Leyton Orient chief against cancelling remainder of League Two season
EFL clubs are are expected to discuss plans to resolve the League Two season on Tuesday.
Apr 20, 16:27
Coronavirus: Government working with football bodies to restart competition
Professional football in England has been suspended since March 13, with no date fixed for it to return.
Apr 20, 11:00
Coronavirus latest: Wayne Rooney slams public pressure on players
The former England captain is unhappy at how the discussion over wage cuts has been handled.
Apr 5, 12:00
