§ Mr. McAllionTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what steps he has taken to ensure the safety of Scottish supporters at the Scotlandv. England match at Wembley on 15 June, with particular reference to the segregation of rival supporters; and if he will make a statement. [28263]
§ Mr. Maclean[holding answer 7 May 1996]: The overall policing strategy for Euro 96 is aimed at ensuring the safety and well being of all genuine and law-abiding football supporters who will be coming to England to enjoy Euro 96. The hon. Member can be assured that adequate security arrangements will be in place for the England v. Scotland match on 15 June both inside and outside Wembley stadium.
The football authorities have taken account of the importance of segregating rival fans in their plans for allocating seats.
Anyone intending to disrupt Euro 96 matches, and so spoil the enjoyment of others, can expect to be swiftly dealt with by the police, prosecuting authorities and the courts.