FA propose blanket ban on betting in football

The changes, which would take effect from the start of the 2014-15 season, would see any participant from the fourth step of England's non-League pyramid up to the Premier League prohibited from gambling, directly or indirectly, on any football match or competition anywhere in the world.

Additionally, the proposals - approved by the FA Council and The Football Regulatory Authority - would also outlaw betting on any other football-related issue, including the transfer of players, employment of managers or team selection.

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