The Football League have issued a statement following their demanding information about the Chairman of League Two leaders Accrington Stanley buying his players a McDonalds after a game.
The League, who have been heavilty criticised by Coventry City supporters over the years for not preventing actions such as taking the club to Northampton amongst other things, have said "The EFL would not normally comment on correspondence such as this, regarding it as private and confidential, but as a result of the matter being made public by Mr Holt, it was felt necessary to fully explain why the appropriate action was being taken.
The club’s response has confirmed that no contractual provisions exist to support the payment of amounts in this manner.
However, EFL Regulations do not prohibit the provision of subsistence and as long as the club adopts a consistent approach for all matches, and arrangements are not linked to success on the pitch, the club can continue to make appropriate provision.
The EFL has reminded the club of its responsibilities in relation to meeting EFL Regulations. It is a matter for the club to ensure it complies with all appropriate HMRC guidance regarding such matters."