New Independent Burnley Supporters Group Launches to Give Fans a Stronger Voice

Burnley FC Independent Supporters Association (BFCISA) is a fan-led, democratic group aiming to connect supporters with their club and champion accountability, tradition, and fairness.

A new fan-led and independent group has launched to give Burnley FC supporters a stronger, more democratic voice. The Burnley FC Independent Supporters Association (BFCISA) is now open for membership and is encouraging all fans to take part in building a transparent, inclusive, and community-focused relationship with the club.

Formed by passionate supporters, and affiliated with the Football Supporters’ Association (FSA), the group operates independently of Burnley FC and is run by fans, for fans.

Following responses from over 500 fans to BFCISA’s ‘Claret & You’ fan survey, the group’s priorities reflect the issues supporters care most about.

The group will:
● Represent the voices and interests of Burnley fans across all backgrounds
● Campaign on supporter issues, including ticket pricing, accessibility, and matchday experience
● Push for transparency and accountability from club leadership
● Build stronger connections between fans and the club
● Celebrate and protect Burnley’s traditions as a historic, community-rooted football club

BFCISA is currently guided by an interim committee of volunteer officers who meet online every other week and have been working to lay the foundations. True to its democratic principles, all leadership positions will be open to election at the first Annual General Meeting (AGM) in the 2025/26 season, ensuring the group is truly led by, and accountable to, its members.

Simon Jackson, BFCISA Chair, said: “Burnley Football Club means so much to so many – it spans generations and runs like a golden thread through the lives of generations of fans who make it what it was, is and will be.

“Burnley FC Independent Supporters Association will give a voice to the fans: it will listen, represent and act for them and their interests. From ticket prices to access; matchday experience to preserving our unique heritage – the Association’s role will be to stand up on and for the issues that Burnley fans care about.

“We’re open to all Burnley fans and hope everyone who cares about the football club will want to join and play their own part, supporting our shared interest: a great
future for our club.”

Membership is open to all fans wherever they follow Burnley from – locally, nationally, or internationally – who care about the future of the club and want their voice to be heard. By joining at www.burnleyfcisa.com fans can:
● Help shape campaigns and the focus of the group
● Vote at the first AGM in the 2025/ 26 season
● Stand for committee positions (if they wish)
● Be part of a growing grassroots movement defending fan rights, club traditions, and supporter
equality

As football continues to evolve, BFCISA stands for supporter rights, community values, and keeping Burnley FC close to those who care about it most — the fans.