Tough new laws to tackle NI sport sectarianism

Tough new laws are set to be put in place to tackle sectarian violence and chanting at sports grounds, it emerged tonight.

Mon, 23 Sep, 2002 - 20:12

Tough new laws are set to be put in place to tackle sectarian violence and chanting at sports grounds, it emerged tonight.

Culture Minister Michael McGimpsey confirmed to the Assembly that he was currently considering the extension of the Football (Offences) Act 1991 to Northern Ireland.

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