Rafiq demands resignations over ‘racism’ at Yorkshire

behaviour’ doesn’t sit right with me. It was racist behaviour. They should say so.

“I’m also uncomfortable with the narrative that these are ‘historic’ allegations.

“Most of them concern people who are not just still at the club but in positions of power.

“There has to be accountability. It seems to me that, while everyone who was in that room in August 2018 remains in positions of responsibility at the club, it will be hard to take their words seriously.

“For that reason, I feel the positions of the chief executive, the director of cricket and the inclusivity and diversity manager are untenable.”

Hutton, right, who was appointed Yorkshire chairman last year, issued a personal apology to Rafiq. He said: “I would like to acknowledge Azeem’s courage in raising these issues, and his participation in the investigation, which I understand must have been very difficult. “I would also like to express my sincere apology to him for certain failings by the club, which have been highlighted by the panel. He has very obviously experienced some difficult and distressing times during the time since 2008 and the club could, and should, have supported him better.

“Since I joined the board, it has become obvious to me that both prior to and since, it has continually tried to improve its relationship with diverse communities. It has however not progressed far enough, particularly as we learn to see the world from fresh eyes.”