Made under the Football Spectators Act 1989

3 statutory instruments made using powers in the Football Spectators Act 1989, newest first. Each one is explained section by section in plain English.

The Football Spectators (Prescription) (Amendment) Order 2025

Published: Wed 16th Jul 25 Came into force: Fri 5th Sept 25

The 2025 Order amended the 2022 Order to update the list of regulated football matches and organizations under the Football Spectators Act 1989 to reflect current league names and structures.


The Football Spectators (Prescription) (Amendment) Order 2025, effective September 5th, 2025, updates the 2022 Order which prescribes football matches and organizations under the Football Spectators Act 1989.

It corrects names of competitions (National League, Women’s Super League, Women’s Super League 2, Cymru Premier) and organizations, including the addition of Women’s Super League Football Limited.

This ensures that regulations remain current and accurately reflect the current football landscape in England and Wales.

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The Football Spectators (Seating) (Amendment) (England) Order 2025

Published: Fri 11th Jul 25 Came into force: Sat 2nd Aug 25

The 2025 Order amended the Football Spectators (Seating) Order 2022 to update Everton Football Club's stadium address.


The Football Spectators (Seating) (Amendment) (England) Order 2025 updates the Football Spectators (Seating) Order 2022 to reflect Everton Football Club's relocation to a new stadium, the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

The amendment changes the address listed in Schedule 2 of the 2022 Order to the new stadium's location.

The Order ensures accurate licensing information and maintains regulatory compliance.

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The Football Spectators (2025 FIFA Club World Cup Control Period) Order 2025

Published: Tue 11th Mar 25 Came into force: Wed 2nd Apr 25

The Order established a control period for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, enabling the use of specific powers under the Football Spectators Act 1989 to manage spectator conduct.


The Football Spectators (2025 FIFA Club World Cup Control Period) Order 2025 establishes a control period from June 9th to July 13th, 2025, under the Football Spectators Act 1989, for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the USA. This enables the use of summary measures to detain and refer individuals to court for banning orders, passport surrender requirements, and specific bail conditions.

The order applies to England and Wales.

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