Decision

Summary of Decision 
 
The Leader of the Council approves the
nomination for a Westminster Commemorative Green Plaque to mark the
former headquarters of the Football Association at 22 Lancaster
Gate 
 
Reasons for Decision 
 
The nomination is supported by the independent
Green Plaque panel in recognition of the cultural and historical
significance of the Football Association, the amount of time
located at Lancaster Gate and the significant events in the history
of English football which took place in the building. Lancaster
Gate became synonymous with the Football Association and the
tradition and authority of English football.  
The Green Plaque panel is an independent
advisory panel who review all submissions to provide informal
approval ahead of the Cabinet Member Report. Panel members are
Rachel Anthony, The City of Westminster Guide Lecturers
Association; Helen Glew, Senior Lecturer in History, University of
Westminster; Gillian Staples, Archives, Collections & Resources
Lead, Westminster City Council and Colin Thom, Senior Research
Associate, Survey of London, UCL Faculty of the Built
Environment.