Billy Kenber

London Stadium has advised West Ham co-owner and largest shareholder David Sullivan to avoid home matches because of concerns about possible demonstrations and anti-social behaviour following allegations of sexually exploitative and predatory conduct made by seven women. Sullivan denies the allegations. The stadium requested advance notice of any visits, while West Ham is understood to expect Sullivan to disregard the recommendation and plans to facilitate his attendance. The investigation also found that Sullivan had been barred from contact with the club’s women’s and youth teams for three years after a historic allegation was raised with the Football Association. Separately, BBC Radio 5 Live presenter Tony Livesey left the station after allegations linked to his former work for Sullivan’s publications; Livesey denies playing any improper role.

London Stadium has recommended that West Ham co-owner and largest shareholder David Sullivan stay away from home matches because of concerns about possible demonstrations and antisocial behaviour following allegations of sexual misconduct. Sullivan denies the allegations and is reportedly expected to disregard the recommendation, while West Ham intends to work with the stadium operator to facilitate his attendance. A joint BBC Panorama and Times investigation found that seven women had accused Sullivan of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour and reported that he had been barred from contact with West Ham’s women’s and youth teams for three years over safeguarding concerns. The report also covers Tony Livesey’s departure from BBC Radio 5 Live and his denial of any role in an alleged introduction between Sullivan and a young woman.