Yorkshire CCC and number of individuals charged over racism allegations

Yorkshire CCC and a number of people have been charged by the England and Wales Cricket Board following its investigation into allegations of racism at the county.

The ECB has elected not to name the individuals. An independent panel of the Cricket Discipline Commission will hear the cases.

The individuals have been charged with bringing the game into disrepute, and the ECB Anti-Discrimination Code with each relating to the use of racist and discriminatory language.

The ECB said in a statement on Wednesday: “The ECB’s investigation has been thorough and complex, with the allegations covering a significant period of time and a number of witnesses and other individuals coming forward to share their own experiences and allegations. The ECB is grateful to all those who have taken the time to speak with the investigating team.

“In matters of this nature, our normal practice is not to identify individuals charged at this stage. This decision is taken on a case-by-case basis. It is however standard practice for the CDC disciplinary panel to publish its decisions and written reasons in full following the hearing.”