Covid certification not required for upcoming home games at Rotherham United
The club's decided to limit the capacity at the New York Stadium to 9,999
Last updated 24th Dec 2021
Rotherham United have today confirmed that they've chosen temporarily to cap the capacity of the New York Stadium at 9,999, meaning that supporters will not have to show Covid-19 certification to gain entry to first team fixtures.
With capacity already reduced to 10,600 as a result of the ongoing bridge repair works on Don Street, and having not welcomed an attendance of 10,000 or more this season, the club has taken the decision to temporarily limit our capacity to 9,999. This means those attending the New York Stadium will not be required to show relevant covid-related documentation on arrival.
Nevertheless, the club say it is their responsibility as a cornerstone of the local community to remain vigilant and set an example when it comes to limiting the spread of the disease.
Rotherham United, therefore, will be continuing to enforce measures including the requirement to wear a mask (for anyone aged 11+) whilst in any indoor areas – including concourses and hospitality lounges – unless eating or drinking, or where medically exempt.
Good practice for limiting the spread of the virus will also be encouraged including messaging around the regular washing and sanitising of hands, social distancing from others (where possible) and not attending fixtures prior to which you feel unwell or are showing symptoms of the virus.
The club has extensively discussed the above matter and also studied the remaining home fixtures in 2021/22, and with the exception of any potential future cup ties, believe that it is unlikely that we will surpass crowds of 9,999. In the event that a league fixture looks likely to reach or exceed the capacity of 9,999, the club will reserve the right to reduce the away attendance or revisit this matter entirely and introduce a Covid certification scheme.
Following the recent announcement, the club have taken the time to update policies in place to ensure the safety of the fans when attending matches on both the terraces and in hospitality areas.