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Written question asked by Andrew Rosindell (Conservative) on Tuesday, 15 January 2013, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 17 January 2013. It was answered by Hugh Robertson (Conservative) on Tuesday, 22 January 2013 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Football: Sports Grounds

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what her policy is on proposed changes to the Football Spectators Act 1989 to allow standing in football grounds; and if she will make a statement.

[138221]

Answer

The Government believes that the long-standing policy, which requires that stadia of football clubs in the top two divisions be all-seater, remains the best means to ensure the safety and security of spectators at football grounds in England and Wales. The football authorities, police and those responsible for safety all continue to support the current policy and a compelling case has not been made to change this.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
138221; 557 c236W
Session
2012-13
Subjects
Sportsgrounds Seating
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk