Sunday: 11 October 2009:
Proposal for setting up coordination council for Security for sports activities
Ministry of Interior held a meeting with UAE Football League at Football Association Headquarters in Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi which was attended by Brigadier Faris Khalifa Al Farsi, Director General of Establishments Protection at Abu Dhabi Police and Dr. Tariq Hameed Al Tayir, Chairman of UAE Football League.
The meeting discussed a number of issues including FIFA recommendations concerning the security of spots fields and the safety of fans and players. Al Farsi brought forward a number of proposals regarding the Ministry of Interiors role in security and organizational operations during sports activities.
According to Al Farsi, a proposal would be submitted to the cabinet to set up a legal Coordinating Council for the Security of Establishments and Sports Activities. The Council would comprise representatives from the Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Culture, Youth affairs, Sports Authorities and related Organizations. The aim is to make policies and strategies for the safety and security of sports establishments and events.
