Football (Offences) Act 1991
The Football Offences Act 1991 is an act of the UK Parliament signed into law on 27 June 1991.[1] Its creation was intended to curb "disorderly conduct", otherwise known as football hooliganism. It banned the throwing of missiles, indecent and racist chants, and pitch invasions (among other "disorderly conduct").[1]
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| Long title | An Act to make further provision with respect to disorderly conduct by persons attending football matches; and for connected purposes. |
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| Royal assent | 27 June 1991 |
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