Derby day 'advice' is not consultation We and The Blue Union refute the suggestion that we were advised by Merseyside Police on any pre-FA Cup discussions regarding fans. SOS were sent information, via LFC, after a course of action had already been decided. Advising of decisions is not consultation. We invite ACC Critchley to tell us how Merseyside Police shared their plans with us and how we responded. As for fans not being segregated - their statement was clear:  LFC fans are advised that Anfield Road will be *closed to home supporters* between the Shankly [...]

Derby Segregation As both Liverpool and Everton are gearing up for the FA Cup game on Sunday, supporters of both clubs have learned of the planned segregation outside of Anfield in the run-up to kick-off. Spirit of Shankly are totally opposed to this. There has been no consultation with SOS or Blue Union, despite both fan organisations asking to be involved in any planning prior to the fixture. The decision, reached by LFC, EFC and Merseyside Police will, we believe, make little difference to the control of fans. The closure of the Fan Park to [...]