Join the "Enough is Enough" March: Fighting Financial Misconduct in Sports and Society

Wednesday 17th April, 2024 at 2:15pm

Are you a footballer or athlete who has been impacted by financial misconduct, misled into investments, or caught in tax schemes that have left you and your family struggling?

You’re not alone. Many players, athletes, coaches, and managers have faced the devastating consequences of such actions, from financial losses to HMRC liabilities, bankruptcies, and even marriage breakdowns.

The aftermath of navigating through this system can be horrific, with little to no support available and a broken system that leaves victims in tatters, struggling to recover and rebuild. It’s time to speak up and demand change.

The Silent Epidemic

Behind the glossy facade of the sports world lies a darker reality — a reality marked by despair, injustice, anguish, and shattered dreams. Suicide attempts, marriage breakdowns, loss of homes, bankruptcies, and hospitalisations have become all too common among those ensnared by financial misconduct. Careers built on sacrifice, pride and dedication have been reduced to rubble, all because of misplaced trust in those who exploit our vulnerabilities.

Welcome to the Enough is Enough March for Justice for Victims of Financial Misconduct

Stand Together.

Demand Action.

Make History.

What is the "Enough is Enough" March?

The “Enough is Enough” March is a rallying cry for victims of financial misconduct across all professions, including sports. It aims to bring together individuals who have suffered financial misconduct and feel let down by institutions who should be supporting them.

The “Enough is Enough” March is a battle cry. It’s a call to arms for winners, not victims. It’s a declaration that we will no longer accept the injustices inflicted upon us.

As an election looms on the horizon, our voices carry unprecedented weight. It’s time to highlight to those in power what is going on and to demand reform.

The March for Justice is a historic event dedicated to raising awareness about financial misconduct and holding institutions accountable for their actions. Join us as we march in solidarity with victims from all walks of life and demand justice for all those affected by financial wrongdoing.

Our Mission

Our mission is to shine a spotlight on the damage caused by financial misconduct and the institutions that are failing victims. We will demand accountability from those responsible. Together, with victims from all over the UK we will be advocating for systemic reforms that prioritise the rights and well-being of victims.

Date

Wednesday 17th April, 2024

Time

2pm - 5pm BST

Location

Royal Courts of Justice, London 

Join us as we come together to make our voices heard and demand change.

Key Messages

Victors

We are not victims; we are victors. We refuse to be beaten. Together, we possess the power to reshape our reality and emerge from the shadows of financial betrayal.

Change

We refuse to accept the status quo. It’s time to rewrite the script, to reclaim our dignity, and to forge a new path forward.

Unity

We stand together, proud and united, leveraging our platforms to support victims from all walks of life suffering similar issues.

Confidence

Let’s tap into the qualities that made us successful in our sporting careers. It’s time to regain our confidence, refuse to give up, and be each other’s teammates in this fight. Let’s help each other.

Fair Tax Treatment

It’s time for equitable taxation policies that protect investors from exploitation and ensure fair treatment in the face of financial misconduct.

Industry Support

Support and advocacy are critical for those who have given so much to their sport. They need that support now more than ever. It’s time for our industry to step up and provide the assistance, support and guidance necessary to ensure the well-being of all athletes and to tackle this issue seriously.

Prevention

We’re not just fighting for ourselves, but for future generations. By advocating for reforms and increased support from sports organisations, we can prevent others from falling victim to the same traps.

Why should you join?

Who will be there?

If you’ve felt abandoned, if you want to see reforms in how HMRC and regulators handle financial misconduct, if you believe sports organisations should do more to support players and prevent such situations, then this rally is for you. Together, we can make our voices heard and stop others from suffering the same fate. Stand with us as we demand accountability, reform, and justice.

Together, we have the strength to shake the very foundations of injustice and call for reform.

In our ranks, you’ll find not just victims, but warriors. From all corners of society, we will come together—athletes, families and supporters from other financial misconduct scandals, advocates, and allies.  Join fellow players from sport and beyond, supportive parliamentarians, former police officers, lawyers, professional advisors, and media representatives as we stand together to demand change. Shoulder to shoulder, we will stand as a formidable force, united in our mission stop financial misconduct and secure the fair treatment.

Route

If you wish to take part you will first need to accept the conditions of participation and register to be included and then please arrive at The Royal Courts of Justice between 2:00PM and 2:15PM.

Here’s the whole route:

  1. The Royal Courts of Justice; on The Strand at 2:15PM; then on to
  2. HM Treasury, at 1 Horse Guards Road; then on to
  3. HM Revenue and Customs at 100 Parliament Street; then on to
  4. 10 Downing Street; then on to
  5. New Scotland Yard, on Victoria Embankment; then on to
  6. Parliament at the Palace of Westminster (Cromwell Green end); ending at about 5:00PM

This is what the route looks like on Google Maps:

The total walking distance is about 2.4 miles, on mostly flat ground. We will be walking on pavements, not on the road and we will be making an effort to not cause any nuisance to the public.

Note that whilst the route map above suggests it will take 55 minutes, it will take longer than that because of the stops and speeches along the way; an amplifier will help ensure the speeches can be heard.

Key Stopping Points will include:

 

  • The Royal Courts of Justice – to demand Law Reform
  • HM Treasury, and HM Revenue and Customs – to demand fair tax treatment for financial misconduct victims.
  • Downing Street and the Houses of Parliament to call for sweeping reforms to ensure prevention and support for victims.
  • New Scotland Yard  – to call for the police and regulators to investigate and prosecute these crimes and provide justice to victims

Don’t suffer in silence any longer. Join us and let’s make a stand against financial misconduct in sports and beyond.

Join us, and let’s declare in one united voice: Enough is enough.

Previous Rallies

Here is some information on past rallies by organisers – The Transparency Taskforce – and a documentary on a financial misconduct case- Blackmore Bond.

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