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    Regulation

    The SGSA is the UK Government's expert body on safety at sports grounds.

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    Education

    We work in collaboration with our partners to educate and inform.

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    Innovation

    We champion innovation in the structures and systems for safety management.

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    Advice

    We provide advice, guidance and drive improvements in safety culture.

The Sports Grounds Safety Authority (SGSA) is a government body that took over the responsibilities of the Football Licensing Authority and the critical role it played in transforming spectator safety at football grounds in the UK.

The SGSA carries out a range of statutory functions in relation to football in England and Wales, and advisory functions in relation to other sports within the UK and internationally.  

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East Midlands Chairs of SAGs Develop a Mutual Aid Agreement

Wendy Harnan-Kajzer, chair of SAGs at Nottinghamshire County Council
A number of local authorities have formally agreed to share resources and expertise in an emergency, Wendy Harnan-Kajzer explains how.

Submitted by admin on March 7, 2016 - 11:44

Supporter Engagement at Sunderland

An image of the Sunderland Football Club Crest displayed outside The Stadium of Light
Interview with Chris Waters, Supporter Liaison Officer at Sunderland AFC (SAFC)

Submitted by admin on March 7, 2016 - 11:28

European Stadium and Safety Management Association Summit

An image of Ken Scott speaking at the recent European Stadium and Safety Management Association Summit
The Sports Grounds Safety Authority (SGSA) speaks at European Stadium and Safety Management Association (ESSMA) Summit.

Submitted by admin on March 7, 2016 - 11:18

The SGSA Conference - “Spectator Safety in a Changing World”

An image showing delegates attending the 2015 SGSA Conference held at The Kia Oval
The SGSA will be hosting a one-day conference on Monday 9 May 2016 - “Spectator Safety in a Changing World”

Submitted by admin on February 1, 2016 - 12:56

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