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Saoirse

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The Times backpage tomorrow leads with reports that the Government is potentially u-turning on the safe standing issue.

"Safety of supporters is paramount. However we recognise that technology and stadium design has evolved since the all-seater policy was introduced and the time is right to look at the issue".

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'O Zio

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People standing in safe standing sections is far safer than people standing in between seats.
 

wirE

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I see no problem with safe standing in modern stadiums. They've practiced this in Germany for many yrs - no problem at all.
 

'O Zio

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Who has an issue with safe standing?

Well, let's see, there's Tracey Crouch, yep, then there's...errmm...hmm....well what about the Liver- oh no wait even they're in favour of it...hmm....this is tricky....you know what, let me get back to you...
 

Saoirse

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Sports Minister Tracey Crouch has just resigned, ostensibly over a row on whether changes to the stake limit on fixed-odds betting terminals come into effect in April or October :rolleyes: No announcement of her replacement yet but will be interesting to see their views on safe-standing.
 

LSUY

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Plans to lift the ban on standing in the English Premier League and Championship are set to be announced by the government, the BBC has learned.

It is thought a handful of grounds will be able to use designated safe standing areas before the end of the season.
 
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