Combatting Racism: Taking a Stand for Diversity and Inclusion
This weekend, Premier League fixtures will spotlight the No Room for Racism campaign. Clubs will highlight steps to tackle racism in football and the wider community.
Club stance and monitoring
The club reiterated a long-standing zero tolerance policy on discrimination. It commits to taking the strongest action against racist abuse wherever it arises.
Specialist partners monitor online abuse around the clock. Those teams investigate incidents and help identify perpetrators.
Legal action and punishments
This season the club secured criminal convictions after abuse directed at staff and players. Some convictions involved individuals based overseas.
Indefinite club bans have been issued alongside legal measures. Abusers face a range of consequences.
- Custodial sentences
- Football banning orders
- Criminal records and fines
- Community orders
- Police-mandated educational programmes
Scale of league investigations
Since 2021, the Premier League has investigated more than 4,000 cases. Legal action related to those cases has been taken on three continents.
Matchday reporting and visibility
At Saturday’s home match against Brighton, stadium visuals will promote No Room for Racism. The club will also advertise its matchday text reporting service.
Supporters who witness abuse should contact the nearest steward or police officer. They may also text RACISM to 07537404821 with block, row and seat details.
Online reporting and support
Online abuse can be reported directly to the platform where it was posted. Supporters can also email [email protected] for guidance.
The club urged witnesses to report incidents promptly. Prompt reporting helps protect victims and supports investigations.
Community and inclusion work
The club works closely with its supporters’ associations to promote inclusion. Groups include Spurs REACH, Proud Lilywhites, SpursAbility and Women of the Lane.
Efforts focus on combatting racism and advancing diversity and inclusion across fan communities.
The club remains clear. Racist abuse will not be tolerated, and those responsible will face consequences. Fans are asked to help by reporting incidents when they occur.
