§ Lord Moynihanasked Her Majesty's Government:
What are the security vetting procedures in place for the sale of tickets for the 2004 European Championships to those resident at United Kingdom addresses by: (a) the Football Association and (b) the Union of European Football Associations over the Internet.[HL2939]
§ Baroness Scotland of AsthalThe Football Association limits distribution of its ticket allocation to members of the FAenglandfans ticketing club. Membership of the club is subject to a range of vetting and behavioural terms and conditions. UEFA has also made tickets available to the general public on the basis of four tickets per applicant. In accordance with EUFA Euro 2004 ticketing terms and conditions, applicants resident in England and Wales have been subject to police checks. Police vetting of ticket applicants is but one of an extensive range of UK and Portuguese security measures put in place to minimise the risk of significant disorder during Euro 2004.
§ Lord Moynihanasked Her Majesty's Government:
What representations they have made to the Portuguese Government and the Union of European Football Associations about the deployment of open-air big screens in town centres during Euro 2004, both in terms of the risk of potential hooliganism and as potential targets for terrorists.[HL2940]
§ Baroness Scotland of AsthalThe televising of football matches on large screens in public places is a matter for the host police and civil authorities. This issue has been raised with the Portuguese authorities who are satisfied that large screens in controlled areas will provide local and visiting fans with an opportunity to participate in the festivities in a secure and safe environment. Policing and security at large screen venues is the preserve of the host authorities. However an experienced English police team will be in Portugal to provide on the spot advice on the behaviour and risk associated with England fans.