Source · Select Committees · Culture, Media and Sport Committee
Recommendation 4
4
Accepted
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Sporting bodies' financial contributions to fan safety outside stadiums remain inadequate.
Conclusion
We echo calls for sporting bodies to increase their contribution to the safety of fans outside of the stadium. While direct responsibility, in line with the recommendations of the Casey Review, would require significant changes in policing and event management, increased financial contributions would not. Clubs that benefit from matchday attendance and broadcasting rights should be prepared to contribute more fairly to the costs associated with them.
Government Response Summary
The government highlights the existing National Football Information Point (NFIP) and UK Football Policing Unit (UKFPU) which collate and distribute intelligence to prevent football-related crime and disorder, implying current structures address fan safety.
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35
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government
Accepted
5. The UK has a long-established National Football Information Point (NFIP) operating within the UK Football Policing Unit (UKFPU). It collates, assesses and distributes information and intelligence to all those that need it, ensuring that appropriate action can be taken within the UK and overseas to prevent football-related crime and disorder. UKFPU works closely with local forces within the UK and also liaises with overseas NFIPs to share vital intelligence relating to international football matches and tournaments as well as other relevant international sporting events.