ABSTRACT
The objectives of this paper are to consider competition policies in the English Football League and to assess their effect on competition dominance and the income distribution of member clubs. The role of competition equalisation measures and the attendant schemes designed to redistribute income are outlined and discussed. The effect thereof on clubs' competition performance and on their financial position are assessed. The paper concludes by warning that recent policy changes are likely to lead to reductions in public interest, joint revenue and membership of the English Football League.
