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UK Secretary Meets Football Families Over Dementia Crisis

5/13/2025

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UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is set to meet with former footballers and their families on Tuesday to address the devastating effects of neurodegenerative diseases. This crucial discussion comes after the Football Families for Justice campaign, which calls for financial aid and a comprehensive dementia strategy from football's governing bodies to support those impacted by dementia.

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UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is set to meet with former footballers and their families on Tuesday to address the devastating effects of neurodegenerative diseases. This crucial discussion comes after the Football Families for Justice campaign, which calls for financial aid and a comprehensive dementia strategy from football's governing bodies to support those impacted by dementia.