Brady’s stadium own goal means her West Ham exit will not be mourned by fans | Jacob Steinberg
The Guardian · 2026-04-21 · archive
Karren Brady, who is stepping down as vice-chair at West Ham after 16 years, leaves a questionable legacyThe “No More BS” campaign led by dissenting West Ham fans needs an update. One half of the double act has left the building but the protesters do not see it as job done. They are celebrating the departure of Karren Brady, who has stepped down as vice-chair after 16 years, and will not stop pushing for change in the way their dysfunctional club is run until David Sullivan has followed her out of the door.That, though, is not happening yet. No sooner...
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Karren Brady has concluded her sixteen-year tenure as vice-chair of West Ham United. Her departure follows a period of significant change for the club, including the move to their current stadium, which remains a primary point of contention for many supporters. While certain sections of the fan base have welcomed the news of her exit, organized protest groups continue to demand broader structural shifts within the hierarchy. Although one prominent executive has stepped down, David Sullivan remains in his leadership role, leading to ongoing calls from dissenters for a more comprehensive overhaul of the club's administration and ownership strategy moving forward.
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