Early indications have shown that safe standing measures introduced in Premier League stadiums are having a positive impact on crowd safety. That is according to the interim findings from the pilot scheme which began at the start of the year.
Four top-flight clubs have taken part in the scheme since January as Chelsea, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham have all had rail seating installed in areas of their stadiums. Newcastle United turned down the opportunity to be involved in the pilot as they were keen to monitor the trials elsewhere around the country.
Although, that decision was made back in September so, if the opportunity was offered now, the new ownership group might have a different stance on being part of such a scheme. United fans last stood on terraces during the 1994/95 season before St James’ Park became an all-seater stadium for the following campaign.
