Football clubs ban 22 people after derby disorder

According to South Yorkshire Police, 10 people have already been charged in connection with the disorder, while

others are awaiting charging decisions from the Crown Prosecution Service or are still under investigation. The

incident occurred at Sheffield United’s stadium at Bramall Lane before and after the team’s derby match against

Sheffield Wednesday on 10 November; an additional 22 people have since been identified and banned from

attending future matches by the clubs.

Two of the offenders had received court-imposed football banning orders, police said.

Failure to comply with the requirements of such orders can lead to imprisonment of up to six months and a fine of

up to £5,000.

Ch Supt Cherie Buttle, from South Yorkshire Police, said: “As a force, we do not tolerate any kind of disorder,

whether this is at football matches or elsewhere.

“We work very closely with all our local football clubs to ensure anti-social behaviour or violence is dealt with

effectively and efficiently.” According to Ch Supt Buttle, police were able to deal with those who “persistently cause

issues” or committed football-related offences by using banning orders. The force was also still working with

Sheffield City Council regarding the upcoming Sheffield derby, which is scheduled for March 16 at Hillsborough

Stadium.

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