Police Federation Chairman on violence at football grounds

Title

Police Federation Chairman on violence at football grounds

Genre

News report; Interview

TX Date

15 May 1989

Year of production

1989

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Duration

00:01:10

Description

Following weekend violence at football grounds, Police Federation Chairman Alan Eastwood calls for a year ban on all away supporters. Argues this would reduce the police bill for clubs and prevent the need for thousands of police officers to attend matches every Saturday. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

Alan Eastwood

Keywords

Sport; Crime; Police; Violence; Association football; Hooliganism

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