Why are the queues to enter Anfield growing?

"Liverpool insist added security checks, including "100 per cent searches" at Anfield, have been put in place to bring the club in line with measures used at other Premier League venues. The change was made last month with every supporter at Anfield now being searched by stewards before gaining entry into the stadium. As a result, the time taken to enter the ground has increased for many and fans have taken to social media in recent weeks to complain at time consuming lines."

"Supporter Chris Wellman on X said: "Hundreds of us missed the first Ekitike goal. Queues snaking around here and there. People don't know where to queue. Not enough stewards using the scanners to make it faster. Those with bags taking an age to check. Main Stand turnstiles today were a mare!" Fan Peter Connolly wrote: "I was 10 minutes late getting to the ground but got in 30 minutes later than usual at turnstile T and didn't get to my seat until four minutes had gone.""

"The added measures have not been put in place because of any individual incident and Liverpool say that they align with security approaches at other major events. On emails to ticket holders, the club has asked fans to arrive 10 minutes earlier than usual. More resources have also been allocated at turnstiles. In November, the club explained the changes to fans, stating: "Fans are advised to arrive early at Anfield, with turnstiles opening two hours before kick-off for general admission"

Liverpool implemented mandatory searches at Anfield last month, with every supporter now searched by stewards before entry. The new checks have increased the time taken to enter the ground and produced lengthy queues, prompting many fans to complain about delays and missed match moments. Supporters reported confusion about queuing, insufficient scanner usage, slow bag checks, and delayed turnstile processing. Some contributors expressed safety concerns about large outdoor congregations in queues. The club says the measures mirror security at other major events, has increased turnstile resources, and asked fans to arrive earlier.

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