Increased police presence as Cambridge United take on Peterborough United
There was disruption in October last year when the two teams last met
Last updated 11th Apr 2023
A policing operation will be in place this weekend as Cambridge United play Peterborough United on Saturday 15th April.
The fixture also coincides with a day of action by the ‘Just Stop Oil’ protest group.
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 n travelling to the game and hoping 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.