Women forced to lift up tops before entering football ground.

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http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/we-were-treated-like-animals-11023143?ICID=FBmirrorr_main

Outrageous. I understand that for safety they need to search people, having been to football matches myself in the past and have had my bag searched etc.

Never have I ever been asked to lift up my top though. Surely if they really needed to do this (and I don't believe they did), it should have been done behind a screen for privacy and dignity. Not many women would be comfortable taking their top off in front of a bunch of strangers.

That was my view too, Cats. I'm so grateful to have this chance to learn from a wise man who knows more than we do

It's just so important to occasionally, stop and think, am I doing wrong? is there a man who could help me out with this?

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Rowgtfc. What I've based my comments on were not the newspaper headlines but the mariners trust letter which has been freely published. And they seem like very valid concerns. I support a league 2 team too. And we have definitely played teams with far worse reputations than grimsby town over the past few years. Still never come across this type of stewarding. I think ( and hope) it probably wouldnt happen at my club. Dont think away to stevenage was on my to visit list this year anyway buts its a no go for me now.

The EFL has provided a response.

"EFL Statement: Stevenage versus Grimsby Town

4 Hours ago

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Following a comprehensive review of events alleged to have taken place prior to the League Two fixture between Stevenage and Grimsby Town on Saturday 19th August, the EFL has now given due consideration to the complaint raised in respect of the stewarding operation on the day.

On receipt of detailed observations from both clubs, the EFL can confirm that no specific action is to be taken under its rules.

The EFL will, however, continue to work with all its clubs to ensure that attending matches remains an enjoyable, positive experience for supporters and, to assist, will be issuing updated guidance regarding a number of safety, security and stewarding matters.

In addition, supporters are reminded that dedicated channels exist at all clubs and the EFL to ensure that there are professional and approachable points of contact to report any complaints or issues of concern. Details are available via a club’s or the EFL’s Supporters’ Charter.

Alternatively, all supporters have the right to contact the Independent Football Ombudsman (IFO) who are accredited as an Approved Alternate Dispute Resolution Body.

The EFL notes the co-operation received in this matter and in particular would like to thank both the management teams at Stevenage and Grimsby Town for their assistance."

Disappointing

That says nuffin