Newcastle to propose safe standing?

Posted on 11th February 2008

This is a story from the FSF archive – the FSF and SD merged to become the FSA in 2019.

Newcastle United are reportedly considering consulting their supporters over a bold bid to introduce safe standing accommodation at St James’ Park.

North East newspaper The Sunday Sun yesterday claimed Magpies Chairman Chris Mort is contemplating instigating a debate the safe standing issue with Premier League officials, supporters’ groups and the government.

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