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Motion · S6M-04459 · 17 May 2022

Jake Daniels, Blackpool FC

Lodged by Paul O'Kane Standard Motion 25 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament recognises Jake Daniels, of Blackpool FC, coming out as the UK's only openly gay active male professional footballer; acknowledges that this is a historic moment for LGBT+ representation in professional men's football as he is the first professional player in the UK to do so since Justin Fashanu, who came out in 1990, and tragically took his own life in 1998; notes that Jake Daniels has said that he is "confident and happy to be himself finally" and has spoken about his "determination to drive change" and be a "role model" by coming out; further acknowledges the support that Jake has received from across football and wider society, including from Gary Lineker, England captain, Harry Kane, and the football equality and inclusion campaign Kick it Out; believes that the courage shown by Jake is inspiring; looks forward to the day when everyone feels safe and supported to be themselves in sport, particularly in football, here in Scotland and internationally, and stands against homophobia and all forms of discrimination in the game loved by a diverse range of fans the world over.

Supporters (25)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.