Brexit and the business of sport

Little has been said about the business of sport in the context of Brexit. This bulletin examines some of the attendant issues of the UK's departure from the EU.

11 August 2016

Professional and recreational sport embraces a vast number of businesses and governing bodies within the UK. Sport holds an enormous social and cultural value for citizens and has a significant effect on the economy, but little has been said about it in the context of Brexit. The confirmed decision to leave the EU is likely to impact on sports in a range of ways, many of which will depend on the relationship that the UK negotiates with its nearest neighbours. This bulletin examines some of the issues.

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