Three Lions Kick Off Euro 2024 Against Serbia
Gareth Southgate’s England squad face Serbia at 8pm on Sunday, 16 June 2024. The eagerly awaited tournament, hosted in Germany, promises thrills from the very first whistle.
Police Clamp Down on High-Risk Fans Ahead of Tournament
Police are cracking down hard to keep the peace. Authorities are stopping high-risk individuals from travelling to Germany, targeting those with Football Banning Orders. Offenders have been contacted and instructed to surrender passports before the tournament kicks off, to prevent trouble abroad.
Community Safety Units Join Forces to Keep Fans Safe
Local Community Safety Units have been busy collaborating with licensed venues and event organisers. Their goal? To deliver safety guidance ensuring pubs, clubs, and bars offering live match screenings stay trouble-free during the games.
Extra Officers Deployed to Tackle Disorder and Protect Fans
With emotions running high, extra police officers will patrol key hotspots during matches. Their mission is twofold: to swiftly deal with any outbreaks of disorder and to support anyone who feels at risk or falls victim to crime.
Chief Superintendent Simon Alland from kent.police.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Kent Police said: ‘We want everyone to enjoy the tournament in a safe and responsible manner.
‘That’s why we’ve worked closely with local event organisers to provide advice on minimising trouble and creating a safe space for football fans.
‘Football stirs passion, especially at big tournaments, but violence won’t be tolerated – whether in public or behind closed doors. There’s simply no excuse for it.’
