Burnham brands ban on football fans drinking alcohol in stands as 'discrimination'
The prime minister opposes the law - in place since 1985 - and believes there is a case to remove it.
Andy Burnham, the former UK Prime Minister, has criticized the ban on alcohol consumption in football stadiums, describing it as discrimination. During a recent interview in New York, Burnham stated that the legislation, introduced in 1985, is outdated and unfair to football fans. He suggested a trial period to assess if a change could be implemented.
Currently, alcohol consumption is prohibited in the stands during men's football matches in the top five tiers of English football, unlike other sports. The Football Supporters Association (FSA) supports a review of the outdated legislation, while police chiefs warn against relaxing the law, citing safety concerns. Burnham, a keen football fan, had previously criticized the restriction during a rugby league game at Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium. However, he maintains his view that the current legislation is unfair and needs to be reviewed.
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