Morecambe FC have confirmed the resolution of pension fund issues that led to a National League embargo, with all overdue Nest contributions now paid in full. The club was placed under an embargo on August 11 for non-compliance with financial regulations tied to unpaid pension contributions, a situation chief operating officer Steve Dewsnip had said would be resolved 'in the next week or so'.
How did the pension fund issue arise?
The embargo stemmed from Morecambe FC’s failure to meet pension contribution schedules to Nest, triggering National League intervention under its financial compliance rules. The club confirmed that all overdue amounts have since been recalculated, filed and paid in full, satisfying the conditions for the embargo’s removal.
What did the club say about the resolution?
Steve Dewsnip said: "the issue was due to be resolved 'in the next week or so' with the expectation being that the club's embargo would then be lifted". Morecambe have been in discussions with Nest, the Pensions Regulator and the National League throughout the process, and thanked supporters for their patience during the challenging period.
What does this mean for the squad?
With the embargo expected to be lifted soon, Morecambe FC can now proceed with player registrations ahead of their upcoming fixture against Chorley on December 26, 2026. The Shrimps currently sit 16th in the National League - North table with 4 points from 5 games, having scored 4 and conceded 6 this season. Their recent form reads WLLLD, leaving them 8 points behind league leaders Chester.
Where does this leave Morecambe now?
The resolution clears the path for Morecambe to focus on improving their league standing as they prepare for the away trip to Chorley, who are currently 10th in the table. Supporters can check the latest fixtures and review the squad ahead of the match, while updated stats and standings will reflect the club’s renewed ability to register players without restriction.
