Football & Stadium Management (FSM) is a print magazine and digital news resource for those involved with sports stadia, facilities, pitch and turf care.


Kop Redevelopment Survey Could Influence Safe Standing At The Racecourse Ground

A Wrexham AFC have released the results of a survey of members they held in November, regarding the proposed Kop Redevelopment. A total of 5,015 responses to the survey were received.


Clubs Fearful Of Mass Postponements As Omicron Spreads

A single spectator at a football match Concerns for clubs and stadia ahead of the busy festive period are growing due to a number of covid outbreaks and increased restrictions as the Omicron variant threatens to wreck havoc.


Premier League Confirms New COVID-19 Measures For Match‑Attending Fans

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  • Fans required to complete COVID status declaration prior to matchday
  • Valid NHS COVID pass or proof of negative NHS COVID test result is mandatory
  • COVID status checks at every Premier League ground
  • Fans urged not to travel if displaying any COVID symptoms

The safety of everyone is priority and the Premier League and clubs are taking all steps possible to create safe matchday environments for supporters. Following the introduction of the Government’s ‘Autumn and Winter Plan B’, the Premier League has confirmed requirements for all fans attending Premier League matches.


BESA Shortlisted In Four Categories At Trade Association Awards

Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) logo The Building Engineering Services Association has been recognised for four very different aspects of its work at this year’s prestigious Trade Association Forum (TAF) Best Practice Awards.


New COVID-19 Measures Coming Into Effect For British Racing

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  • COVID status certification for all people at fixtures with 4,000-plus attendees
  • Certification required for entry to Weighing Room Complex at all fixtures
  • Face coverings re-introduced in outdoor close-contact operational areas

British racing is prepared for the introduction of COVID status certification at racecourses in England from today, Wednesday 15th December, following the publication of updated UK Government guidance for sports venues.


Carlisle United Reduce Their Capacity In Response To ‘Plan B’

The entrance to Brunton Park Carlisle EFL club Carlisle United have announced that fans will not need to provide Covid certification to enter their Brunton Park stadium after reducing the capacity to 9,999, in order to reduce extra incurred costs and delays for fans entering the stadia due to covid check requirements.

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