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Andy Burnham: “I think that legislation dates to an era where football was very different.”

On the recordSeptember 24, 2026
I think that legislation dates to an era where football was very different.
Said by
Andy Burnham
Labour Party
Source
bbc.co.uk

Editor's note · Context

Commenting on the alcohol ban in football stands.

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