Mr. Gareth R. ThomasTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what action she is taking to prevent further crowd trouble at international cricket matches. [1718]
§ Mr. CabornFollowing my meeting on 27 June with representatives of English cricket and my right hon. Friend the Minister of State at the Home Office, I have today appointed a review group to consider recent problems of disorder at cricket matches and make recommendations on practical measures for ensuring the safety of spectators and players. The group will be chaired by a senior official from my Department, and will include representatives of the Home Office, the Association of Chief Police Officers and the cricket authorities. A representative of the Football Licensing Authority will 143W join the group to provide expert guidance on issues of stadium safety. I expect the group to report to me within six weeks.