UK Act of Parliament
1985
United Kingdom
Sporting Events (Control of Alcohol etc.) Act 1985
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Alcohol on certain other vehicles.
Offences in connection with alcohol, containers etc. at sports grounds.
Fireworks etc.
Licensing hours within sports grounds.
Supplementary provisions about orders under section 3.
Appeals.
Private facilities for viewing events.
Occasional licences.
Clubs.
Non-retail sales.
Closure of bars.
Powers of enforcement.
Penalties for offences.
Interpretation.
Amendment of Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 1980.
Short title and extent.
Enforcement and responsible bodies
The regulators that administer or enforce this legislation.
Sports Grounds Safety Authority
Regulates safety at sports grounds in England and Wales. Issues safety certificates for designated grounds. Advises local authorities on spectator safety at …
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