Statement: Hillsborough Stadium
** This statement was updated at 4pm on Friday 9 August
“Following assessment of Sheffield Wednesday’s proposals as submitted today, the Safety Advisory Group is satisfied that the appropriate plans are in place to ensure the safety of supporters at the ground. We will continue to review this and work with the club going forward.”
Steve Lonnia, Chair of the Council’s Safety Advisory Group, said: “Following the submission of a report commissioned by South Yorkshire Police that highlighted issues with regards to public safety on the Leppings Lane forecourt at Hillsborough Stadium, the Council and members of the group have worked very closely with Sheffield Wednesday to resolve these issues.
“As the certifying authority, public safety is of paramount importance and it is our duty to act on matters that pose a risk to the public. Due to the evidence presented in the report, we immediately requested that the club submit proposals to deal with the issues raised.
“A prohibition notice has been served that means there will be no access or egress from the North and South Stands on to the Leppings Lane forecourt for home supporters.
“Throughout this process we have worked together with Sheffield Wednesday to find a safe and acceptable solution to these issues and they have now submitted proposals in an attempt to address them. As the Certifying Authority we will now assess these with the other members of the Safety Advisory Group.”
SWFC July 2019 Prohibition Notice (2)