Chesterfield set to receive first instalment of emegency funding from government next week

The Spireites, along with Notts County, Hartlepool United, Wrexham, Stockport County, Torquay United and Yeovil Town will each get £95,000 per month, for the next three months, with the other 16 clubs receiving £84,000.

The figures have been calculated based on last season’s attendances.

Earlier this week, it was confirmed that fifth and sixth tier clubs would receive £10million of funding over the next three months thanks to a support grant from the National Lottery fund..

The money for the initiative is coming from a National Lottery promotional fund. It is not being funded by money allocated for National Lottery Good Causes or by Camelot.

Mark Bullingham, Football Association chief executive, said: “This financial support is crucial as these clubs are the heartbeat of their communities and it would be a travesty if they were not able to survive. We have worked hard with the National League, Government and the National Lottery to make this happen and would like to thank everyone involved.

“The return of fans to stadiums remains a priority for us and we will continue to work with the Government and stakeholders across the game to introduce spectators in a safe way as soon as possible.”

Digital, culture, media and sport secretary, Oliver Dowden, said: “I know from a brilliant club in my area that National League football clubs are the beating heart of their communities and too precious to lose. This £10million fund will provide a bridge to help clubs survive this immediate crisis whilst we work together on the safe return of fans.

“I’m very grateful to National Lottery players for getting help to these community clubs so quickly.”

And Nigel Railton, chief executive of National Lottery operator Camelot, added: “The National Lottery has been making a huge difference to communities across the country for the past 26 years, so we’re delighted to be working with the National League and FA to protect these essential clubs and help them to continue the vital work they carry out in their local communities.”