Luton accept FA fine

Luton have pledged to do further work with supporter groups to offer education around discrimination after accepting a £120,000 fine for a misconduct charge from the Football Association.

Hatters fans were punished for homophobic chanting during their game at Brighton on the opening day of the season.

The club accepted the charge and as well of the fine, have been issued with a two-year action plan by the FA.

The club said: "As an inclusive, family-oriented Club, Luton Town abhors abusive chanting such as this and has a zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination of all kinds. It is not acceptable towards anyone in football or wider society, either in person or online.

"Those involved were committing a criminal offence and anyone subsequently identified will be issued with a club ban and face potential police investigation.

"We will continue to promote the ‘Love Football. Protect The Game’ campaign, which this season has focused especially on fan behaviour, and will work further with supporter groups to educate and inform on all forms of discriminatory acts to ensure that watching Luton Town is a safe and welcoming experience for everyone."