Reasons why fan violence remains a problem:
The reasons behind fan violence and hooliganism are very complex and wide-ranging. Some of the main reasons behind the problem include…
Over the last few years, the increase in costs to host major sport events has been astonishing. As a result, in the midst of a global economic downturn, many countries have shied away from bidding and hosting major sport events due to the huge investment and infrastructure needed to host a safe and successful event.
The challenge of bidding for and hosting major international sport events is one that no city or country should take lightly. Significant time, effort and most importantly, resources, are required to host any major sport event successfully and the need to invest heavily in these precious commodities, even when planning to bid for an event, should not be underestimated.
With the growing influence of technology and the increasing security challenges facing host and bidding nations, a leading Safety and Security expert from the International Centre for Sport Security (ICSS) highlighted today the need for enhanced international collaboration and information sharing at a global level between sports and countries in major event security.
“The challenge of securing major sport events has never been greater or more complex, particularly with the growing focus on budgets and cost-effectiveness of major sport events, as well as the growing influence of technology at sport venues and stadia”
I have been lucky in my career as I have had the opportunity to work around the globe conducting protective security operations. Whether it was protecting a Head of State, High Net Worth Individual, celebrity, a sporting team, a major event or special event there was one key element that stood out and that the basics had to be done right the first time. As in CPP operations sometimes you don’t get a second chance.
The safety and security threats facing sporting events and venues have increased in complexity over the past decade, with security and safety managers needing to anticipate a range of threats, from traditional crowd-management issues to cyber disruption, drone attacks, militant activism, lone wolf attacks, severe weather conditions, and as we are seeing more in todays world the threat from terrorism.
Please read carefully the following key recommendations prior to submitting a report!
Employees, athletes, betting monitoring companies and even fans, are usually the first to know when something is going seriously wrong in a sporting competition and within the sports business environment. A culture of turning a “blind eye” to such problems means that the alarm is not sounded and those in charge do not get the chance to act before real damage is done.
You can make the difference by completing an online report now!
Who can make a report?
Any person or entity who has knowledge of, has witnessed or has reasonable grounds to suspect that an alleged crime and or misconduct has occurred in international sport.
How does online reporting work?
Your report will automatically generate a confidential case file and alert SIU management.
We review the anonymous information we receive and collect, analyse and collate all relevant key points. An alert is then produced that is suitable for further inquiry and or re-allocation to the appropriate governing jurisdiction.
Is my anonymity protected?
Yes! Your anonymity is protected.
SIU does not track ISP addresses.
Independent 3rd party secure technical reporting framework in place.
Rapporteur provided with a secure mailbox, ID code and password.
Rapporteur may provide an email or remain anonymous.
SIU Investigators operate high-grade encryption.
How can I protect my identity?
We advise you not to report using a work server or issued mobile device/laptop.
Advised to use a VPN to mask ISP.
Remove all metadata from attachments prior to sending.
Not to advise other colleagues or friends of your report.
Use a password protected device.
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