Football Regulator Opens Formal Inquiry Into Sullivan Allegations

The Independent Football Regulator contacted West Ham on June 9 following a two-year BBC and Times investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against David Sullivan, who resigned as chair on June 6. The regulator is now applying the Owners' and Directors' Test to assess Sullivan's fitness to hold power in football. This marks the transition from investigative journalism into formal governance proceedings, with potential consequences extending beyond his resignation.