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A policing operation will be in place in response to a football match between Cambridge United and Peterborough United on Saturday (15 April).
The fixture also coincides with a notified day of action by the ‘Just Stop Oil’ protest group, therefore with an already significant increase in footfall in the area, Cambridgeshire Constabulary will be implementing a dedicated policing operation to proportionately respond to both events.
There will be an increased police presence in Cambridge throughout the day to enable officers to respond to any issues or disruption.
Superintendent Robin Sissons said: “We would like to acknowledge the majority of football supporters who behave responsibly during matches, however, there was a group who behaved in an a wholly unacceptable way at the Peterborough v Cambridge game on 29 October last year, resulting in a large policing operation and subsequent criminal investigation.
“This behaviour has been condemned by both clubs who have supported police action against those involved, some of whom have since been charged with criminal offences and issued Football Banning Orders.
“Our expectation is that this will be a family-friendly atmosphere for all to enjoy, however there will be a significant increase in footfall in the Newmarket Road area around the Abbey Stadium and train stations, as well as potential disruption to traffic should there be a demonstration in the area.”
Peterborough United fans who intend on travelling to Cambridge ahead of the game to visit licensed premises are advised to check with their premises of choice as there will be a limited number of pubs that will accept “away” supporters.