As a club, Watford FC wishes to apologise to all young people who experienced the behaviour perpetrated by the late Phil Edwards, while holding a position of influence and access within the club.
We thank the survivors for their courage and dignity in all of their dealings with Watford FC, their patience also which allowed us to both conduct a thorough internal investigation and work with Clive Sheldon KC and his team with regards to their own independent findings.
We are doing, and will continue to do, everything we can to ensure that the boys, girls, men and women who play for this club – and indeed anyone who works for or with the club – will not have to endure the experiences these young people did.
Watford FC will continue to champion best practice in relation to the safeguarding and welfare of the people in its charge. Further, the input and observations of survivors, based on their experiences, will always be welcome in the future.
Click HERE to access The Clive Sheldon KC Watford FC Addendum.
Support remains available for anyone who believes it would be beneficial to them. If you would like to discuss what support is available, please contact the club’s Head of Safeguarding Rob Clarke in confidence via email: rob.clarke@watfordfc.com. He will connect you with the appropriate support options.
