# The Football Spectators (2026 FIFA World Cup Control Period) Order 2026, Introduction: Introductory text


SPORTS GROUNDS AND SPORTING EVENTS, ENGLAND AND WALES
Made 27th January 2026
Laid before Parliament 29th January 2026
Coming into force 21st February 2026
The Secretary of State makes this Order in exercise of the powers conferred by sections 14(6) and 22A(2) of the Football Spectators Act 1989.
The Secretary of State considers that the provision made by article 2 of this Order is expedient in order to secure the effective enforcement of Part 2 of that Act.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2026/60/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/football-spectators-2026-fifa-world-cup-control-period-order-2026/introduction
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