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PFA chief compares Evans case to Hillsborough

The head of the Professional Footballers' Association, Gordon Taylor, has sparked fresh controversy in the Ched Evans case by comparing the footballer's situation with the families of those who died at Hillsborough.

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Prime Minister wades into Ched Evans row

David Cameron has said he would have some "real concerns" about taking his children to watch a football match if a convicted rapist was playing.

The Prime Minister made the remarks during an interview with ITV News in Manchester, after being asked about Oldham's decision to pull Ched Evans' deal. It collapsed following threats to fans, staff and sponsors.

Mr Cameron also suggested Mr Evans should "show some sense of atonement", but added that it was up to him to decide how.

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