""The Prime Minister and the Government have been clear about that. In fact, pretty much every politician has been clear about that. It's just completely and utterly unacceptable, and the Prime Minister has said we will do everything we possibly can to resolve this issue. "It's an operational issue for the police, and Government doesn't get involved in operational issues for the police.""
""This is the wrong decision. We will not tolerate antisemitism on our streets," he wrote. "The role of the police is to ensure all football fans can enjoy the game, without fear of violence or intimidation." "UEFA wants fans to be able to travel and support their team in a safe, secure and welcoming environment, and encourages both teams and the competent authorities to agree on the implementation of appropriate measures necessary to allow this to happen,""
The Safety Advisory Group advised that travelling supporters of Maccabi Tel-Aviv will not be permitted to attend the Europa League match at Villa Park on Nov. 6. The ban was issued over concerns about disorder and protests connected to the Israel–Palestine conflict. Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticised the decision and emphasised that police must ensure fans can enjoy matches without fear of violence or intimidation. Culture minister Ian Murray said ministers will seek ways to resolve the issue while noting policing is an operational matter. UEFA urged measures to enable safe travel for away supporters and affirmed local authorities' responsibilities.
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