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Alun Cairns appeals to Welsh football fans to be vigilant

Alun Cairns - who is heading to today's Wales v England game - hopes to see "passionate but responsible" support from Euro 2016 fans.

• From: Office of the Secretary of State for Wales and The Rt Hon Alun Cairns
• Published: 16 June 2016
• Last updated: 16 June 2016 — See all updates

This was published under the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

Alun Cairns, Secretary of State for Wales, is attending the Wales v England game.

He said:

Today’s football match should be all about a spirited encounter on the pitch, with passionate but responsible support in the stands.

I am in touch with the Home Office who are liaising with the French Authorities. I have also spoken to the Football Association of Wales about the safety precautions that will be in place to protect Welsh supporters. But I would appeal to Welsh fans to be vigilant, and to avoid any provocation. It goes without saying people should not travel to the area without a ticket to the game.

So good luck Wales, let’s see the fantastic form we witnessed at the weekend - and let’s make today all about great sport.

Published 16 June 2016
Last updated 16 June 2016 + show all updates

1. 16 June 2016

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2. 16 June 2016

   First published.