The Northern Premier League says it and two other leagues want to terminate their respective 2019/20 seasons with immediate effect.
The NPL along with the Isthmian League and Southern League, who all cater for step three and four outfits, is currently suspended due to the outbreak of coronavirus.
Staffordshire outfits Stafford Rangers, Kidsgrove Athletic, Chasetown, Newcastle Town and Leek Town all play in the NPL while Tamworth and Hednesford Town are members of the Southern League.
A statement released by the league today said the decision will ultimately rest with the FA.
The statement read: “The NPL, Isthmian and Southern Leagues are unanimous in wanting to terminate the 2019/20 season immediately.
“Whether that is done on the basis of determining the final placings via average points per game, or the season is declared null and void cannot be decided until the National League’s intentions are confirmed.
“The NPL, Isthmian and Southern Leagues have made the FA of their wish to terminate the 2019-20 season, although any such decision has to be ratified by FA council.
“While this process is on-going, competition issues can then be decided, together with the implications for promotion and relegation.
“The league, via the Alliance, is lobbying the government, the Premier League and others for additional financial assistance.
“A recent survey amongst NPL clubs estimated the impact of Covid-19 on those clubs to be over £3.25m
“The NPL will continue to provide its member clubs with as much information, support and guidance as possible to assist them during this difficult time.”
As yet, The FA is yet to release statements regarding the conclusion of grassroots football, including step three, four, five and six levels.
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