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Manchester United and Chelsea among Premier League clubs accused of 'neglecting' disabled fans

Britain's national equality body has accused some Premier League clubs of 'neglecting' disabled fans after they failed to meet the league's pledge to improve access at their grounds.

Premier League clubs promised two years ago that they would meet basic recommendations - first made in 1998 - by the start of this season.

That 2015 commitment was made after the government threatened to intervene and it is the responsibility of the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) to monitor compliance.

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Manchester United are among the clubs lagging behind when it comes to access at grounds

While many clubs have responded positively, the EHRC has been left frustrated by the lack of progress elsewhere, with Chelsea and Manchester United among those lagging behind.