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Should Sheffield United Re-Employ This Footballer?
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Should this professional footballer who has been released from jail after only serving half of his 5 year sentence, now be all allowed to continue to follow his profession?
Should this professional footballer who has been released from jail after only serving half of his 5 year sentence, now be all allowed to continue to follow his profession?
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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.He has served his sentence (the half his sentence bit doesn't seem relevant to me).
Lee Hughes was jailed for 6 years after being convicted of death by dangerous driving after killing a woman, but he played again for many years.
I think he'll get a lot of stick from opposition fans but some players thrive on that
Lee Hughes was jailed for 6 years after being convicted of death by dangerous driving after killing a woman, but he played again for many years.
I think he'll get a lot of stick from opposition fans but some players thrive on that
I guess the big problem for many is the vast rewards and the fact he will still be in a position to re offend.
I saw an interview with his girlfriend who has apparently stood by him (or more likely his wallet) who said "If he wasn't a footballer we would not be having this conversation". No we damned well wouldn't because most employers would shun someone like him. If I did that I would fail the security check and not be allowed to work.
No doubt the sponsors will have the final say. Personally if my product was across the chest of someone like that I would not be happy. I expect there are clauses in the contract to enable them to pull out if their name is bought into disrepute.
I saw an interview with his girlfriend who has apparently stood by him (or more likely his wallet) who said "If he wasn't a footballer we would not be having this conversation". No we damned well wouldn't because most employers would shun someone like him. If I did that I would fail the security check and not be allowed to work.
No doubt the sponsors will have the final say. Personally if my product was across the chest of someone like that I would not be happy. I expect there are clauses in the contract to enable them to pull out if their name is bought into disrepute.
/// should people who go to prison never work again? ///
Of corse they should but as youngmafbog has said "I guess the big problem for many is the vast rewards and the fact he will still be in a position to re offend".
What if he had been a doctor for example? It is dependant on what their job is, should a coach driver who has killed a number of passengers dues to some illegal act while driving ie drugs or drink, be allowed to drive a coach again?
A highly paid footballer is in the position to attract females into his hotel bedroom as this one did, now whether or not the one that was raped was wise to go into his room in the first place is yet another matter.
Of corse they should but as youngmafbog has said "I guess the big problem for many is the vast rewards and the fact he will still be in a position to re offend".
What if he had been a doctor for example? It is dependant on what their job is, should a coach driver who has killed a number of passengers dues to some illegal act while driving ie drugs or drink, be allowed to drive a coach again?
A highly paid footballer is in the position to attract females into his hotel bedroom as this one did, now whether or not the one that was raped was wise to go into his room in the first place is yet another matter.
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Thanks Gromit.
I *thought* this thread rang bells.
Should Sheffield United re-employ this footballer is a different question as to whether he should be allowed to continue in his career.
I think out of respect, Sheffield United should say, "Look...your actions whilst working for our club have tainted you. We will release you from any further obligations, and you should seek another club".
However, if he *does* get taken on by another club! I don't see his conviction as posing a specific threat.
Yes...he will be in a position to attract young women, but young women will also be aware of who he is and what his history is.
I *thought* this thread rang bells.
Should Sheffield United re-employ this footballer is a different question as to whether he should be allowed to continue in his career.
I think out of respect, Sheffield United should say, "Look...your actions whilst working for our club have tainted you. We will release you from any further obligations, and you should seek another club".
However, if he *does* get taken on by another club! I don't see his conviction as posing a specific threat.
Yes...he will be in a position to attract young women, but young women will also be aware of who he is and what his history is.
Sheffield United fans should think carefully about this.The club fell agonisingly short of promotion when they lost out to their near neighbours in a thrilling finish to the season.Evans' goal rate was exceptional as they narrowly lost out.Despite being one of the favourites for promotion this season Evans could be the one who gets the team over the line.
In answer to the original question it is a big decision for the board to take in the face of mass opposition.Football seems to be different,are we saying that depending on the crime should determine the type of response? How many current footballers have convictions for assault,etc.Rape is a very serious offence of course but there is much hypocrisy in this sport...
In answer to the original question it is a big decision for the board to take in the face of mass opposition.Football seems to be different,are we saying that depending on the crime should determine the type of response? How many current footballers have convictions for assault,etc.Rape is a very serious offence of course but there is much hypocrisy in this sport...
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