Written question asked by Ivan Henderson (Labour) on Thursday, 15 March 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 16 March 2001. It was answered by Charles Clarke (Labour) on Friday, 16 March 2001 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, when the Working Group on Football Disorder will submit its findings and recommendations. - Including fact that today copy placed in Library. (Dep 01/430).

Answer: Mr. Ivan Henderson: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department when the Working Group on Football Disorder will submit its findings and recommendations. [154521] Mr. Charles Clarke: We have today published the Working Group's report and a copy has been placed in the Library. It contains over 50 recommendations aimed at improving the image of English football, the behaviour of its followers and the role of football in promoting social inclusion. A targeted action plan is included. The report stresses that the need to improve communication and develop productive partnerships will be crucial to enhancing the game's reputation and maximising its vast potential to help deliver an inclusive and tolerant society.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 364 c768W; 154521
Session: 2000-01
Subjects: Football Hooliganism Publications Violence Football Related Disorder Working Group
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk