Policing Operation for Oxford United versus Millwall Football Club – Oxford

Thames Valley Police will undertake a highly visible and robust policing operation for the match between Oxford United Football Club and Millwall Football Club this Saturday (30/11).

Section 35 orders will be enacted as a preventative measure to ensure the safety of fans and local communities in the area.

Section 35 dispersal powers give officers and Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) the power to disperse individuals and groups of people causing harassment, alarm or distress from the locality.

The order will be in place from 9am until 9pm tomorrow (30/11) in Oxford. The specific areas are marked below:

In addition to this, a number of tactics such as the use of football spotters, mounted officers, police dogs and drones will also be deployed to provide reassurance for our local communities.

Superintendent Adrian Hall, Strategic Commander for the Oxford United FC home game, said: “These dispersal orders are in place solely as a preventative measure for any anti-social behaviour or disorder which takes place surrounding the game.

“By activating these plans, officers have more options at their disposal to move people out of the area to reduce the likelihood of crime and disorder.

“The majority of people attending this game will be there to enjoy the football and our officers will be there throughout the day and on hand to answer any questions or concerns you may have. Please feel free to stop them for a chat.

“We continue to work with both football clubs, our partners and local communities to ensure a safe operation and prevent those who pose a risk of anti-social behaviour from impacting on others.”

AP