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THE SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL
A SUMMARY OF THE COUNCIL'S DUTIES UNDER THE SAFETY OF SPORTS GROUNDS ACT 1975,
THE SAFETY OF SPORTS GROUNDS REGULATIONS, THE HOME OFFICE CIRCULARS, THE
STATUTORY GUIDANCE GIVEN BY THE HOME OFFICE; THE SAFETY CERTIFICATE, AND THE
COUNCIL'S OWN ADMINISTRATIVE SYSTEM.
The Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 as amended
Reference Summary of Duty
Section 1(3)
Section 2(1)
Section 2(2)
Section 2(1)(3)
Section 2(4)
Section 3(1)
Section 3(3)
Section 3(3)
Section 3(4)
Section 4
The Council must check what specified activities there are
at a Sports Ground, and make provision for them in the
Certificate.
There is a duty to ensure that the Safety Certificate
contains "... such terms and conditions as the Local
Authority consider necessary or expedient to secure
reasonable safety ..."
Safety Certificates must include such terms and conditions
as may be provided in an Order.
The Certificates may include conditions about records of
\ attendance of spectators, records relating to aaetwkB&asfrs-
V of safety and conditions relating to alterations or fafrtvnbrft/vog
additions to the Sports Ground.
The Safety Certificate must have attached to it a plan, and
the terms and conditions must be framed by reference to it
where appropriate.
The Local Authority must determine whether or not the
applicant forwards their Certificate is a "qualified
person".
Applications for Certificates mu"t be copied to the Police
and the Fire Authority.
The Council must consult the Police and the Fire Authority
about the terms and conditions to be included in the
Certificate.
If further information is required to enable the C o u n c i l :
to determine the terms and conditions of a Certificate,/
Council may require such information by notice in
writing.
Amendment/replacement of a Certificate (there are detailed
rules in this Section).
Section 5 Interested parties may appeal against or about terms and
conditions in the Certificate and the Council's refusal to
amend or replace it.

Reference Summary of Duty
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Section 8 The Certificate holder must give notice of proposals to
alter the installations at the Sports Ground to the
Council before work begins.
Section 10 Prohibition Notices.
Section 10B(1) It is the duty of every Local Authority to enforce
provisions of the Act and the Regulations.
Section 10B(1) It is the duty of the Council to arrange for 12 monthly
inspections of designated Sports Grounds. There is a duty
on Councils to comply with statutory guidance given on
inspections.
Section 11 Deals with the Council's inspection powers, powers to
examine records, etc.,
The Safety of Sports Grounds Regulations 1987 (SI1987/1941
- - - If the Council replaces or amends its Safety Certificate
OfiJ refuses to do either of these things notice must be
/ given in writing there are other rules about procedures to
be adopted in the case of appeals, etc.,
Home Office Circular 7/8b
- - — No relevant comments
Home Office Circular 71/87
Annex A Par.6 "Safety Certificates should continue to specify maximum
numbers of spectators; include terms and conditions as to
the size, situation of entrances/exists to and from the
ground and parts of it (including means of escape in the
case of fire or an emergency) plus means of access to any
such entrances and exists; Terms and conditions should
continue to require those entrances, exists and means of
access to be properly maintained and kept free from
obstruction; and terms and conditions should continue to
deal with the number, strength and situation of any crush
barriers (see Hillsborough Certificate, conditions 11(4)
and (29)

Home Office Circular 72/87
Reference Summary of Duty
Safety Certificate
Condition 1(1)
Condition 8(1)
Condition 8(3)
Condition 9
Condition 11
Condition 12(2)
Condition 12(3)
Condition 13(2)
Condition 14(1)
Condition 14(3)
Condition 17
Condition 24
Condition 25
Condition 26
Condition 27
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see attached copy - in the supplementary advice on the
statutory guidance two points were made (a) the object of
the inspection is to monitor grounds suitability and (b)
inspection not intended to shift responsibility from the
Club to the Authority.
Who is the holder's approved nominee?
Was the First Aid room agreed to?
Has the Council made any requirement in respect of First
Aiders? There must be a least 1 per 2000 spectators.
Are there 66 stewards? did they comply with the list of
standards in the Certificate^? Did training exercises
take place every three months?
Has there been any requirement made by the Chief Fire
Officer for additional signs or repairs to signs?
Has the Certificate holder given the Chief Fire Officer
every 12 months a report on the emergency power supply
which is carried out by an independent electrical
engineer? ^
Is the emergency power supply tested prior to each
specified activity?
Has the Fire Warning System been tested periodically?
Are the Police satisfied with their Control Room?
Is the public address system satisfactory?
Are emergency procedure notices displayed in Chief Fire
Officer approved location?
Are there copies of annual Certificates from a suitably
qualified engineer as to structural parts of the stadium?
Have Council received crush barrier and rail test
reports.
Haf any electrical Certificates been supplied to the Chief
Fire Officer?
Is the fire fighting equipment tested every 12 months to
the satisfction of the Chief Fire Officer?

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Condition 28 Are the following records kept? Were they checked?
(a) the number of spectators admitted in total to the
stadium and to each area of it;
(b) record of each incident/accident
(c) record of the training/instruction/exercises of the
stewards;
(d) record of tests, maintenance, repairs, renewals
etc.,
Condition 29 Has the stadium been altered without notice.
Green Guide
For guidance only
Report to the General Purposes Panel in December 1987
SD21/DB35/MS
Check on the agendas, action sheets produced and that
items were followed up. Also check whether there were any
"during performance" inspections.

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HB4AAH
THE HILLSBOROPGH INQUIRY
INDEX
Section Paragraph(s)
Introduction
Legislation and the
Green Guide
Home Office Circulars
Administration of the
Certificating Function
by South Yorkshire
County Council
Background to
Certi fication
Progress of the
Safety Certificate
Application with
particular reference
to the Leppings Lane
End of the Stadium
1 - 15
6 - 1 5
16 - 17
18 - 43
18 - 26
27 - 38
Grant of the
Certificate 39 - 40
The Inspection System
operated by South
Yorkshire County
Council 41
Example of inspection 42
Issues arising other
than inspections 43
The Sheffield City
Council as Certificating
Authority with effect 44 - 62
from 1st April 1986
Review of the
Administrative System 46 - 53
Role of the Administration
and Legal Department in
the Certification System 54 - 55
Page(s)
1 - 5
2 - 5
5
5 - 1 4
5 - 7
7 - 1 2
12
12 - 13
13
13 - 14
14 - 18
15 - 17
17

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Section
The Inspection System
operated by Sheffield
City Council
The Role of the
Home Office
The Certificating
Authority's response to
the Bradford Disaster
and the Popplewell
Report
The Semi-Final in
1981
The installation of,
and alterations to,
the radial fences
on the Leppings Lane
Terrace
The 1981 Proposals
The 1985 Proposals
Other references to
the Leppings Lane End
of the Stadium 1980 to
1988
Further comments on
the Certificating System
Further comments
The Safety Certificate
Sheffield Wednesday -
The Up-to-date Position
Response to comments made
by the Treasury Solicitor
in a letter dated 9th May
1989
Potential danger on the
Leppings Lane Terraces
Means of egress on to
the pitch from the
Leppings Lane Terrace
Directional signs in
relation to access to
the Ground
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Paragraph(s)
56 - 62
63
64 - 66
67 - 73
7 4 - 9 1
74 - 79
80 - 91
92 - 101
102 - 117
102 - 113
114 - 116
117
118 - 142
118 - 120
121 - 126
127 - 128
Page(s)
17 - 18
18
19 - 20
20 - 22
22 - 28
22 - 25
25 - 28
29 - 31
31 - 36
31 - 35
33 - 36
36
36 - 43
36 - 37
37 - 38
38 - 39

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Section Paragraph(s)
The siting/strength of
crush barriers in the
pens 129 - 131
The access tunnel to
the Leppings Lane
Terrace 132 - 133
The wall at the
Leppings Lane turnstiles 134
Access for emergency
vehicles 135 - 136
First-aid facilities 137 - 142
Page(s)
39 - 40
40
40
40 - 41
42 - 43

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DAY 1 - MONDAY 15th MAY, 1989
INQUIRY DOCUMENTS
1. Two albums of photographs - West Midlands Police.
2. Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds - HMSO 1986 (2nd Edition 1988).
3. Statement of Mr. Stephen Martin Foster.
4. Plan of area in and around ground.
5. Photographs frcm South Yorkshire Police: Composite 1 & 2.
6. Statement of Michael Joseph Bradley.
7. Video compilation - West Midlands Police.
8. Statement of Peter William Jackson.
DAY 2 - TUESDAY 16th MY, 1989
9. Statement of Allison Jane Bennett.
10. Statement of Daniel Joseph Hennessey.
11. Statement of Peter Golding.
12. Statement of Ian John Clarke.
13. Statement of David Perry.
14. Statement of David Anthony Cruice.
15. Statement of Patrick Cunningham.
16. Statement of Keith Leonard.
17. Statement of Wayne David Windever.
18. Statement of Gary Gains.
DAY 3 - WECNESDAY 17th MAY, 1989
19. Statement of Martin Ian Hughes.
20. Statement of David Hughes.
21. Statement of Anthony Barnbrock.

22. Statement of David Cunningham.
23. Statement of Peter Darcy.
24. Statement of Ian Kenneth Devine.
25. Statement of Peter Joseph Garrett.
26. Statement of David Lowe.
27. Statement of Geoffrey Nigel Moody.
28. Statement of Christopher Moran.
29. West Midlands Police Plans.
30. Statement of Roy Parry.
31. Statement of John Stewart Plimester.
32. Statement of David Postlethwaite.
33. Statement of Thomas Kenneth Hilton.
34. Statement of Nicholas Ball.
35. Statement of Stephen Martin Westergreen.
DAY 4 - THURSDAY 18th MAY, 1989
36. Statement of Terry Hicks.
37. Statement of Ian William Burke.
38. Statement of William Hamilton Ccmeford.
39. Statement of Diane Susan Connolly.
40. Statement of Peter Jeffrey Garrett.
41. Statement of Dennis Alexander MacDonald.
42. Statement of Thomas Bentley Matthews.
43. Statement of David Thomas Jones.
44. Statement of Paul McCaffrey.
45. Statement of David Stephen Moore.
46. Statement of Maxwell Ross.
47. Statement of Anthony Christopher Smith.
48. Statement of Steven Allen.

49.
50.
51.
DAY
52.
53.
54.
55.
DAY
56.
57.
58.
59.
60.
61.
62.
63.
64.
65.
6 6.
67.
Statement of P. Maher.
Statement of M. G. Hill.
Statement of P. J. King.
5 - FRIDAY 19th MAY, 1989
Statement of Neil Fitzmaurice.
Statement of Angela Hockenhall.
Statement of Lee Edward Qxley.
Statement of Constance Sweet.
6 - TUESDAY 23rd MAY, 1989
Statement of Janet Ellis.
Statement of F. J. Eccleston
Statement of Adam James Pemberton.
Letter to Lord Justice Taylor frcm Adam James Pemberton dated 18th April, 1989
Statement of John Bartholomew.
Statement of Miss Judith Watson.
Statement of Duncan Sturrock.
Statement of Susan Dawes.
Statement of Albert Lindley.
Statement of Ian Brown.
Statement of Brian Leonard Mole.
Hanmond Suddards three volume bundle of South Yorkshire Police documents -
including albums of photographs labelled Documents 1 and 10.

DAY 7 - WEDNESDAY 24th MAY, 1989
LIST OF INQUIRY DOCUMENTS (Continuation)
68. Bundle of documents submitted by Sheffield Wednesday Football Club.
69. Photograph of Leppings Lane terracing during the 1988 semi-final.
70. South Yorkshire Police Operation Order for the semi-final in 1988.
71. Statement of David Godfrey Duckenfield.
72. Mr. Duckenfield: Match Briefing Notes of Friday 14th and Saturday 15th
May, 1989.

DAY 9 - FRIDAY 26th MAY, 1989
73. Statement of Walter Jackson.
LIST OF INQUIRY DOCUMENTS

DAY 10 - TUESDAY 30th MAY, 1989
LIST OF INQUIRY DOCUMENTS (continued)
74. Extracts from Police radio log (attached to West Midlands Police
internal memo headed "Ccmnunications" and dated 17th May, 1989).
75. Statement of Roger Marshall, together with Match Briefing and
"Condensed Notes".

DAY 26 THURSDAY - 22nd JUNE 1989
191. Statement of Kenneth Evans.
192. Statement of Glen Kirton.
LIST OF DOCUMENTS
(continued)
193. Letter frcm Liverpool F.C. to S.W.F.C. regarding number of tickets at 1988
semi final.
194. Letter frcm S.W.F.C. to Nottingham Forest F.C. regarding number of rickets
ax 1988 semi final.
195. S.W.F.C. bundle regarding S.W.F.C. Membership Scheme.
196. Statement of Dr. W. Eastwood and exhibits.
197. Bundle of 3 further drawings produced by Dr. Eastwood: 11424/6, 11424/7,
11424/8.
DAY 27 FRIDAY - 23rd JUNE 1989
198. Extract frcm "New Civil Engineer" dated 20/4/89.
199. Drawing No. 11424/5 produced by Dr. Eastwood.
200. Set of 4 photographs produced by Dr. Eastwood.
201. Drawing No. HA1 produced by Hillsborough Steering Carmittee.

DAY 26 THURSDAY - 22nd JUNE 1989
191. Statement of Kenneth Evans.
192. Statement of Glen Kirton.
LIST OF DOCUMENTS (continued)
193. Letter frcm Liverpool F.C. to S.W.F.C. regarding number of tickets at 1988
semi final.
194. Letter from S.W.F.C. to Nottingham Forest F.C. regarding number of tickets
at 1988 semi final.
195. S.W.F.C. bundle regarding S.W.F.C. Membership Scheme.
196. Statement of Dr. W. Eastwood and exhibits.
197. Bundle of 3 further drawings produced by Dr. Eastwood: 11424/6, 11424/7,
11424/8.
DAY 27 FRIDAY - 23rd JUNE 1989
198. Extract fran "New Civil Engineer" dated 20/4/89.
199. Drawing No. 11424/5 produced by Dr. Eastwood.
200. Set of 4 photographs produced by Dr. Eastwood.
201. Drawing No. HA1 produced by Hillsborough Steering Comnittee.

DAY 32 - FRIDAY 14th JULY 1989
285. Report of Professor Alan Usher.
286. Statement of Mark Dawson.
287. Statement of Matthew Gould.
288. Statement of Alan Marney.
289. Statement of Wayne Stillings.
290. Statement of Thcmas Kirwan.
291. Statement of Phillip Webb.
292. Statement of Peter Robinson.
293. Statement of John Bellard.
294. Statement of Keith Rush.
295. Statement of Antony Grier.
296. Statement of Susan O'Reilly and exhibit
297. Statement of John Cullen.
298. Statement of Robin Herold.
299. Statement
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of David Chapman.
300. /'Statement of Terence Bayliss.
301. Statement of Trevor Higgins.
302. Statement of Kevin Riding.
303. Statement of Waldener Bienek.
304. Letter frcm Manchester United F.C.
305. Letter from Carlisle Utd. F.C. to Liverpool F.C. 11th January, 1989.
306. South Yorkshire Police document re: stewarding.
307. Final written submissions of Counsel for the bereaved and injured.
(Part I on the Inquiry).
308. Final written submissions of Counsel for the Football Supporters Association.
(Part I of the Inquiry).
309. Final written submissions of Counsel for South Yorkshire Fire & Civil Defence
(Part I of the Inquiry).
310. Final written submissions of Counsel for the Sheffield City Council
(Part I of the Inquiry).

311. Final written submissions for Counsel for the Football Association
(Part I of the Inquiry).
312. Final written submissions of Counsel for Trent Regional Health Authority
(Part I of the Inquiry).
313. Final written submissions of Counsel for the Sheffield Wednesday Football Club
(Part I of the Inquiry).
314. Final written submissions of Counsel for Eastwood & Partners
(Part I of the Inquiry).
315. Final written submissions of Counsel for South Yorkshire Police
(Part I of the Inquiry).
316. Final written submissions of Inquiry Counsel re: Part I of the Inquiry.
317. Transcript of Judgment in Harris -v- Sheffield United F.C.
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Time
14.02
14.29
14.33
14.34
14.37
14.38
14.39
CHRCNOLOGY - taken from Video Compilation
All times taken from camera recording
Outside Stadium Inside Stadium
Crowds milling about in Leppings
Lane - No crowds at turnstile.
Crowds in Leppings Lane massing
at turnstiles: forecourt packed,
turnstiles work sporadically.
Police horses draw across outer
gates; youths sitting on dividing
fence; crowd swaying and pushing.
Youth standing on outer gate/railing
Big sway in crowd outside A - G;
more arriving. No obvious pressure
or discomfort. Horses move freely.
Crowd can move about outside turnstiles:
boy climbs to top of turnstile wall
then descends. People coming through
outer gate, can go back and forth.
Crowds on Leppings Lane spilling on to
road; others still ccming; traffic on
road. Many standing about outside on
road.
Area between gate and turnstile now
packed: mounted Officer gestures and
shouts at someone. Inspector on
railings between B & C. Boy passed
over crowd to safety at Gate C. 6 +
foot Officers here. Crowd within
I.

14.40
14.40
14.41
14.42
14.44
14.45
turnstile yard sparse-.
Gate C opens momentarily to let out
policeman with fan who entered by
turnstile D. Horses sideways either
side of outer gates. First sign of
gates being closed. Youths climbing
turnstile wall. Outer gates to A - G
closed. Crowd packed inside, large
crowd outside; horses jostled. One
gate opens, crowd push past horses
(6 mounted Officers).
One gate closed again. One mounted
Officer remonstrates with fan, taken
to side by foot Officer: crowd in
Leppings Lane covering roadway.
Superintendent Marshall struggles
through crowd. All outer gates
open. Turnstiles sporadic, crowd
push into turnstiles, youths climb
over.
Crowds still caning along Leppings
Lane; youths climb over.
Pens 3 & 4 full. Surge forward.
Beach ball and inflatable. Pen 7
reasonably full. West and North
stand half empty. No obvious
discomfort in pen 4.
Pens 3 & 4: beach ball still being
thrown about. Space in pen 6. Pen
5 not full. West stand half empty
surging in pen 4. Pen 1 - plenty
of roan.

14.47
14.48
14.49
14.50
14.51
14.52
14.53
14.54
14.55
14.57
14.58
14.59
Youths climbing over.
Sane outer gates shut, youths
climb over.
Gate C opens to let in large numbers.
Closed after 30 seconds with help of
horse. Stewards standing by side wall
Area outside Gate C cleared crowd
kqpt behind railings. Still caning
up Leppings Lane.
Crowds on Leppings Lane; bus goes
by. Courtyard not busy. Steward
at Gate C.
Outer gates shut. Gate C opens.
Area within outer gate clears.
Outer gate opens. Crowds pour in.
Still a crush at Gate A.
Gate A opens. Gate C appears to
be closed.
Crowds still coning up.
Leppings Lane: turnstiles still
in use.
Pens 2 & 6 with plenty of roan.
West stand filling, 3 & 4 very
full. Crowds in 3 & 4 sway.
Minor surge into centre pens.
Youths climb railings into pen
2.
More youths climb fran pen 3 to
pen 2.
Cheering and arm raising in pen
3 at announcement of teams.
Liverpool Team comes out.
Nottingham Team comes out, and
surge in centre of pen 4.
Youths on track go towards pen
1.

14.59.31 ~ Kick off.
15.00 Gate open at pen 1. Policewoman
shows youths in. Steady stream on
track.
15.02 People climb over and spill onto
pitch behind goal line.
15.03.50 First evidence that Gate 3 open.
> People climbing over.
15.05 Gate 2 open. Police and fans on
wall of 3 & 4 trying to get people
to go back.
15.05.27 Superintendent runs on pitch to
stop game.
15.05.52 Gate 4 seen to be open;
people exit.
15.06 Two serials of Police arrive
at terrace end.
15.07 People climb up to West stand and
over fences to pitch.
15.08 More Police go to Liverpool end.
15.09 First stretcher taken away.
15.12 _ Attempts to pull down fence of pen
4 by Police and others start.
Police form chain to take out dead
and injured from pen 3.
15.12.45 First oxygen bottle brought.

15.15.34
15.18
15.20
15.20.43
15.31
15.36
15.37
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First ambulance (St. Johns)
arrives. .
Fence down in pen 4.
Superintendent with megaphone at
pen 3.
First SYMAS ambulance (B890 CKY)
arrives.
Pen 3 clear.
Second S M S ambulance.
Liverpool supporters run across
pitch to North end. Police form
cordon to bring than back.

S'.

DUTIES OF CORONER
1. The duties of the Coroner are to enquire into the death including the
cause of death of certain persons either by holding an inquest or by
having a post mortem examination made.
2. It is the duty of every person to give information which may lead to the
Coroner having notice of circumstances requiring the holding of an
inquest. Although this duty cannot be enforced in respect of individuals
by any legal sanction, except where the duty is laid upon particular
persons by statute if an inquest is not held then the township shall be
anerced i.e. subject to a fine.
3. Where two or more deaths have resulted from the same accident or
occurrence bodies may lie within the jurisdictions of different Coroners
for example because they have been taken to different hospitals. It may
be expedient for one Coroner to hold the inquests into all fatalities.
With the consent of the receiving Coroner another Coroner may order the
removal of the body out of his jurisdiction into that of the Coroner who
is to hold the inquests.
4. Once a Coroner is seised of a death he must consider whether an inquest or
post mortem examination is required or whether he should notify the
Registrar of Births and Deaths that an inquest is unnecessary. In coming
to a decision the Coroner must act upon the information of other persons
and, if he has reasonable grounds for believing that the information is
such as to call for an inquest or post mortem examination he must hold an
inquest or order a post mortem examination to be made. He has no absolute
right to hold an inquest in every case in which he chooses to do so. The
fact that there is no evidence that a sudden death was due to violence or
to unnatural causes is no reason for the Coroner not holding an inquest.
5. If it appears to the Coroner either before he proceeds to hold an inquest
or in the course of an inquest begun without a jury that there is reason
to suspect that the death occurred in circumstances the continuance or
possible recurrence of which is prejudicial to the health or safety of the
public or any section of the public he must summon a jury.
6. Representation at inquest. Any person who in the opinion of the Coroner
is a properly interested person is entitled to examine any witness at an
inquest either in person or by Counsel or Solicitor. The Chief Officer of
police unless interested otherwise than in that capacity must only be
allowed to examine a witness by Counsel or Solicitor. The Coroner must
disallow any question which in his opinion is not relevant or is otherwise
not a proper question.
7. Attendance of witnesses can be secured either by message or formal
summons.
8. A Coroner's inquest is not bound by strict laws of evidence but they are
usually observed. A witness is not bound to answer any question which may
incriminate him.
9. Scope of inquest. The proceedings and evidence at an inquest must be
directed solely to ascertaining who the deceased was and how, when and
where he came by his death. Neither the Coroner nor the jury may express
any opinion on any matter outside the scope of the inquest except in the
form of a recommendation concerned with preventing similar fatalities
(Coroners Rules 1953 Rule 27).

No person is allowed to address the Coroner or the jury as to the facts.
When the Coroner sits with a jury he must sum up the evidence to the jury
and direct to them as to the law before they consider their verdict. He
must also draw the attention of the jury to the scope of the inquest and
to the rules regarding the framing of the verdict and the recording of
riders.
Publication of evidence. The publication of a fair and accurate report in
any newspaper of proceedings publicly heard before Courts exercising
judicial authority in the United Kingdom is privileged as regards the
proceedings for liable if published contemporaneously with such
proceedings. A Coroners Court is a Court exercising judicial authority.
No privilege attaches to a report however fair and accurate of judicial
proceedings properly heard in camera.
Comments on inquests published in newspapers may in certain circumstances
amount to contempt of Court punishable by the High Court.
Verdict and closing of inquest. After hearing the evidence the jury or
the Coroner as the case may be must return a verdict and certify it by an
inquisition in writing, setting forth, so far as such particulars have
been proved, who the deceased was and how, when and where he came by his
death and if he came by his death by murder manslaughter or infanticide
the persons if any whom the jury finds to have been guilty of such
offence. The jury or Coroner must also inquire of and find the
particulars for the time being required by the Registration Acts to be
registered concerning the death. The Coroner is bound to accept the
verdict of the jury, however perverse, though he may further direct and
charge them as to the law and as to the nature of the evidence given by
the witnesses. The verdict of the jury, when found, is formally recorded
in the inquisition. No verdict is to be framed in such a way as to appear
to determine any question of civil liability, and the Coroner must not
record any rider, unless it is, in his opinion, designed to prevent the
recurrence of a fatality similar to that in respect of which the inquest
is being held. (Coroners Rules 1953, RR.33.34). A rider is not part of
the verdict.
Contents and form of verdict.
1. Name of deceased.
2. Injury or disease causing death
3. Time place and circumstances in which the injury was sustained
4. Conclusion of the jury or the Coroner as to the death
5. Particulars required by the Registration Acts concerning the death
The conclusion of the Coroner as to the death is colloquically called the
verdict and notes as to the prescribed form of inquisition suggests the
form the verdict should be adopted. If the death is due to any cause that
the inquisition does not charge anybody with murder etc. then the
following recommended list of verdicts is available. Suicide, accident or
misadventure, justifiable or excusable homicide or an open verdict. No
distincition is drawn between accident and misadventure in the verdict.
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(a) any certificate covering testing of
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rails, hand rails, balustrading, walls or fences;
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24. The Holder shall arrange for the Stadium to be inspected by a suitably qualified
Chartered Engineer (Structural or Civil) in the presence of a representative of the
County Council within, 7 months of the date of the Certificate and at least once In each
period of 12 months thereafter and the Holder shall as soon as possible after
each Inspection supply to the County Council a Certificate by the said
Chartered Engineer as to the current compliance or non-compliance with good
engineering and building practices and with the relevant British Standard i
Specifications and Codes of Practice and with the appropriate provisions and
recommendations of the Guide of all structural parts of the Stadium excluding the
crush barriers and handrails.
25. (1) The Holder shall arrange for all crush barriers and handrails within the
Stadium to be tested in accordance with the appropriate provisions of the
Guide by a suitably qualified Chartered Engineer (Structural or Civil)
in the presence of a representative of the County Council within 2 months
of the date of this Certificate and for the results thereof to be notified f
in writing to the County Council as soon as possible thereafter.
(2)(i) The Holder shall ensure that not more than 7 months after the date of tnis
Certificate and thereafter not less than once in each period of 12 months
a representative sample of crush barriers and handrails amounting to not
less than 20“ 0: tne total number of such barriers and rails is tested in
i accordance with the Guide, a sultatdy qualified
i~ /ctmctaral or Civil) In the presence of a representative of the Comity
; ' j thereof notmed In writing to the Coun* Conncl -
as soon as possible thereafter. .......
a -ecord shall be kept of those crush barriers and handrails tested ^
,(il}: ' accordance with sub-paragraph (2)(!) alone and a barrier so.tested shall
not be tested again within a period of 4$ years thereafter.
I t f2 ) At least once in each period of 12 months the Bolder shall supply to
the Chief Fire Officer a report as to the condition of the emergency
■ power Suppfy certLfied by an independent Electrical Engineer*.
26 The Polder shall within 7 months of the date of this certificate and thereafter
not less than once in each period of 12 months supply to the Chief Fire Ofncer
the certificate of an independent Electrical Engineer as to the current
---- - compliance or non-compliance of the electrical installation within the, Stad u m
with Section E of the I.E.E. Regulations or other sections or Regulations
the time being in force relating to the Electrical Equipment of Buildings^
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3. The inspection of the ground should normally include
inspection of the following items:-
(a) any part of the ground where an accident or incident
resulting in serious injury to spectators has occurred since the
last inspection;
(b) any recorded defect or deficiency which has arisen since the
last inspection and which, in the opinion of the inspecting
officer would be likely to lead to an accident which could result
in serious injury to spectators;
(c) major remedial work carried out since the date of the last
inspection to ascertain that it has been satisfactorily carried
out;
(d) all public stairways for their general condition, slip
resistance, condition of hand-rails (see also (D) below), trip
hazards especially at the head of stairways, adequacy of lighting
and structural fire separation; — ■
(e) all egress routes used by the public, including emergency
exit r uutes, for obstructions, operation of exit gates, adequacy
of sigi-posting and lighting, presence of any uncleared litter;
(^f) fire fighting equipment and fire warning system (if
installed);
(■f-tfl ^ ^ Vfty /Vv> / ^ectator Accommodation therein shall be maintained free from
obstruction and with non-slip and even surfaces and in particular
stair coverings shall be secured and maintained so that they do not
constitute a source of danger.
10. The Holder shall ensure that, except where otherwise marked on the Plans,
all doors and gates which form an egress route between any spectator - •
accommodation and the public highway, or other open space outside the •
stadium, shall be so secured as to open immediately and easily from the inside
and shall be manned at all times by at least the number of stewards required
by Part 2 of Schedule 3. All such doors or gates shall be opened by the
stewards responsible and secured in the fully open position at a time before
the end of a Specified Activity agreed between the Holder and the Chief
Constable and at any other time on evacuation of the Stadium or a part
thereof on being ordered so to do by a police officer in uniform or by the
sounding of the alarm.
i'g) for the presence of any accumulation of litter, 22. No accumulation of flammable rubbish, dirt, surplus material or goods shall
be permitted to remain in any part of the Stadium except in a place and quantity
“ approved in writing by the Chief Fire Officer. ----- -
(h) the emergency lighting system including any generator or
batteries --- — ■
(i) first-aid facilities and equipment;
(2.(1) Subject to such interim arrangements as may be agreed by the Chief Fire Officer,
the Holder shall provide and maintain to the satisfaction of the Chief
Fire Officer a separate emergency power supply for providing
electricity sufficient to light all emergency lighting throughout the
Stadium, all exit signs and powering all the communication systems ”
within the Stadium, such emergency power supply to be operable
independently of the main power supply and to come into automatic
operation within ten seconds of the failure of the latter and to be
^capable of maintaining the necessary power output for a minimum of
three hours from the failure of the main power supplj7.
8 (1) Subject to such Interim arrangements as may be agreed by the County Council
the Holder shall provide and maintain at ths Stadium to the satisfaction
of the County Council a suitably equipped First Aid Room. The first
aid room shall be adequately signed and shall be capable of being lit
by the emergency power supply referred to in paragraph 12 of this
Schedule.

(j) 10% of any crush barriers, balustrading and hand-rails for
overt signs of weakness which might signal the need for further
testing, remedial action or (additional) restriction on the
number of spectators allowed to occupy that part of the ground; fao ^
(k) 10% of the terraces or viewing slopes for general surface
condition, even-ness and slip resist a n c e ; _________________________ NQ[\/£
(1) anchorage and fastening of 10% of any fixed seating. /Vb/vc
(m) any provision for the disabled. ^_____ k /W/v£
Where the inspection of a sample as in paragraphs (j), (k) and
(1) reveals matters giving rise to serious concern for the safety ,
of spectators, the authority should go on to inspect all the A///5
crush barriers etc, terracing or seating in that part of the
ground where the sample indicated that there were deficiencies.
Testing of equipment _____
4. Tests should if possible be carried out to confirm that the
f lowing is in working order:-
(a) lighting# particularly on stairways and exit routes;_______
(b) emergency lighting; ^ /te&vL
(~) public address system/ including the proper functioning of
zoning where this facility is part of the requirements of the
safety certificate;
(d) fire warning system (if installed);
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spectators to parts of the ground.______________________________ >&«i fi4o vA.
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3) A public address system audible in all parts of the Stadium. The Police
shall have the right to use the public address system for police purposes
in priority to its use for any other purpose.
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(1) : The Holder shall agree with the. Chief Constable at least 21 days“ ”
(or such shorter time to which the: Chief Constable may consent) •"
■ prior to every Specified Activity, the methods of admission to be ~ •
employed in connection with the Specified Activity and (in relation
... . . to a Football Match) the methods to be used for the segregation of
home and visiting supporters.' ” • *
(2), The Holder shall refuse admission to, or evacuate spectators from,
the Stadium or any part thereof at any time before or during a
Specified Activity upon receiving instructions so to do from the
Chief Constable.
The Holder shall at his own expense arrange for the attendance at every
Specified Activity of an adequate number of police officers to secure the
orderly and lawful behaviour of the spectators and the number of police
officers required at each Specified Activity shall be agreed between the
Chief Constable and the Holder at least 21 days (or such shorter time to
which the Chief Constable may consent) before a Specified Activity takes
place.
(1) Subject to such interim arrangements as may be agreed by the County Council
the Holder shall provide and maintain at the Stadium to the satisfaction
of the County Council a suitably equipped First Aid Room. The first
aid room shall be adequately signed and shall be capable of being lit
by the emergency power supply referred to in paragraph 12 of this
Schedule.
(2) The Holder shall ensure that during every Specified Activity a
physician employed or retained by the Holder is available to attend
at the First Aid Room if required and that his whereabouts are known
to those in the Police Central Control Room at the Stadium.
(3) The Holder shall arrange for the attendance at every Specified Activity
of such numbers of qualified First Aid assistants as the County Council
shall require but without prejudice to the foregoing the Holder shall
ensure that at every specified activity there is at least one First Aid
assistant for every 2, 000 spectators.
The Holder shall arrange for the attendance at every Specified Activity of such
number of Safety Stewards as may be required by Part 2 of Schedule 3, and
shall ensure that the Safety Stewards shall be (a) fit and capable to carry out
their duties (b) properly trained and instructed (c) identifiable by dress (d)
provided with written instructions as to their general duties in order to carry
out the following:-
(1) Manning of exits as indicated on the plans
(2) Control and direction of spectators entering using or leaving the
Stadium
(3) Patrolling the Stadium and dealing with any emergency including
raising an aiimi and extinguishing any small fire.

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Training exercises relating to the action to be taken in the event of an
emergency shall be held for Safety Stewards and Staff employed at the ;
Stadium at least once every three months. h ;v .T'\!, '• .
10. The Holder shall ensure that, except where otherwise marked on the Plans,
all doors and gates which form an egress route, between any spectator
accommodation and the public highway, or other open space outside the * ■
stadium, shall be so secured as to open immediately and easily from the inside
and snail be manned at all times by at least the number of stewards required
by Part 2 of Schedule 3. All such doors or gates shall be opened by the
stewards responsible and secured in the fully open position at a time before
the end of a Specified Activity agreed between the Holder and the Chief
Constable and at any other time on evacuation of the Stadium or a part
thereof on being ordered so to do by a police officer in uniform or by the
sounding of the alarm.
13-* (!) The Holder shall provide and maintain to the satisfaction of the Chief
Fire Officer exit signs comprising white letters on a green background
over all exits from the Stadium and all exits from spectator
accommodation therein and shall ensure that such exit signs may be
illuminated by both the main and emergency lighting systems. Such
supplementary illuminated signs in such locations as the Chief Fire
Officer may require shall also be provided by the Holder.
yjy (2) The Holder shall ensure that the corridors, gangways and staircases
indicated on the Plans may be illuminated when required during a
Specified Activity by both the main and emergency lighting systems.
y b ' (3) The signs mentioned in sub-paragraph (1) of this paragraph shall be
' illuminated whenever adequate natural light is deficient during a ^
Specified Activity or as directed by the Chief Constable.
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(4) All means of ingress to and egress from the Stadium and to and from
any Spectator Accommodation therein shall be maintained free from
obstruction and with non-slip and even surfaces and in particular
stair coverings shall be secured and maintained so that they do not
constitute a source of danger.
12. (1) Subject to such interim arrangements as may be agreed by the Chief Fire Officer,
the Holder shall provide and maintain to the satisfaction of the Chief
Fire Officer a separate emergency power supply for providing
electricity sufficient to light all emergency lighting throughout the
Stadium, all exit signs and powering all the communication systems
within the Stadium, such emergency power supply to be operable
independently of the main power supply and to come into automatic
operation within ten seconds of the failure of the latter and to be
capable of maintaining the necessary power output for a minimum of
three hours from the failure of the main power supply.
At least once in each period of 12 months the Holder snail supply to
tee Chief FLre Officer a report as to the condition of the emergency
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(3) On the’day'of a Specified Activity and not less than 3 hours prior to
its commencement the emergency power supply shall be tested for
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rectified before the commencement of the Specified Activity.- *U: :
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(4) ‘ A competent electrician employed or retained by the Holder shall be •
present during a Specified Activity.
13. (1) The Holder shall provide and maintain at the Stadium to the satisfaction
of the Chief Fire Officer a fire warning system.
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(2) The fire warning system shall be tested periodically to the satisfaction
of the Chief Fire Officer.
Subject to such interim arrangements as may be agreed by the Chief Constable,
the Holder shall provide and maintain at the Stadium to the satisfaction of the
Chief Constable
(1) A Police Central Control Room which shall be provided with such
ancillary equipment as the Chief Constable may require.
(2) Accommodation for the exclusive use of the police as a detention room
and for administrative purposes.
(3) A public address system audible In all parts of the Stadium. The Police
shall have the right to use the public address system for police purposes
in priority to its use for any other purpose.
15. (1) The Holder shall at all times maintain all structural parts of the stadium
in sound order and to the appropriate and relevant standards in the Guide
and in all cases to the satisfaction of the Council.
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(2) The Holder shall carry out such works of maintenance, repair and
renewal to the Stadium as may be required from time to time by the
County Council.
The Holder shall at all times maintain all operational parts of the Stadium
(including the electrical and communications installations) and all emergency
equipment In good and efficient working order to the satisfaction of the County
Counc il and shall undertake such maintenance repair or renewal as may from
time to time be necessary to maintain reasonable safety within the Stadium.
The Holder shall place within the Stadium, at such positions as may be specified
by the Chief Fire Officer, emergency procedure notices which shall be
maintained legible and unobstructed in those positions.
(1) The parking of vehicles within the boundary of the Stadium shall be •
restricted to those areas indicated on the Plans unless otherwise
loorovea :or erner^enc iiv., '• J J' )ses bv - Police Officer in uniform.
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r-~ ‘ satisfaction of the County Council the acoess routes for emergency
' vehicles shown on the plans.'" " ~V-
The Holder shall ensure that members of the Press, T.V. and radio services
' having access to the public and playing areas of the Stadium are identifiable
as such.'" ' "' * ■ V L r.v. . .r’ ;
Television cameras and portable equipment shall be placed only in such
positions as may be agreed between the Holder and the Chief Constable.
(1) Liquid refreshments may be sold or distributed at the Stadium only in
containers constructed from soft plastic or other soft material, or as
allowed by the Licensing Justices.
(2) No accumulation of rubbish, bricks, stones or other materials which
in the opinion of the Chief Constable are capable of use as missiles
shall be permitted to remain in any part of the Stadium to which
spectators have access.
No accumulation of flammable rubbish, dirt, surplus material or goods shall
be permitted to remain in any part of the Stadium except in a place and quantity
approved in writing by the Chief Fire Officer.
No flammable gases or liquids shall be stored or used in any part of the
Stadium without the prior written approval of the Chief Fire Officer.
The Holder shall arrange for the Stadium to be inspected by a suitably qualified
Chartered Engineer (Structural or Civil) in the presence of a representative of the
County Council within, 7 months of the date of the Certificate and at least once In each
period of 12 months thereafter and the Holder shall as soon as possible after
each inspection supply to the County Council a Certificate by the said
Chartered Engineer as to the current compliance or non-compliance with good
engineering and building practices and with the relevant British Standard
Specifications and Codes of Practice and with the appropriate provisions and
recommendations of the Guide of all structural parts of the Stadium excluding the
crush barriers and handrails.
(1) The Holder shall arrange for all crush barriers and handrails within the
Stadium to be tested in accordance with the appropriate provisions of the
Guide by a suitably qualified Chartered Engineer (Structural or Civil)
in the presence of a representative of the County Council within 2 months
of the date of this Certificate and for the results thereof to be notified
in writing to the County Council as soon as possible thereafter.
(2)(i) The Holder shall ensure that not more than 7 months after the date of this
Certificate and thereafter not less than once in each period of 12 months
a representative sample of crush barriers and handrails amounting to not
less than 20% of the total number of such barriers and rails is tested in

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29. The Stadium shall be maintained with the facilities and structures including' • •
all crush barriers, entrances, exits' and means of access to the entrances ~ r
- ' • and exits in the number, size, position and strength existing at the date ' ^ ;;; ?
of the Certificate and indicated on the plans and no alteration shall be made
thereto 'unless prior notice in writing is given to the County Council in.
accordance with paragraph 5(2) of this Schedule.
30. No spectators shall be allowed to use the Stadium in conditions of extreme
wind and/or snow loadings acting singular or in combination and in
particular:-
(1) No spectators shall be allowed to use the stadium in wind
speeds in excess of 100 Km.p.h. at 10m above ground level
and this prohibition shall be effective when more than one gust of
this speed of at least 3 seconds duration is recorded in the area of
the stadium in the 30 minutes immediately prior to the time of the
enquiry mentioned in (2) to the local meteorological office.
(2) The wind speed in (1) shall be ascertained by the Holder by enquiry
to the local meteorological office by telephone not more than 30
minutes before the admission of spectators to the stadium and
the wind speed given shall be recorded at once in a book kept
for the purpose.
31. Notwithstanding the provisions of this 'Schedule the County Council shall
have the right at any time to require the Holder at his own expense to arrange
for the conduct of any inspection or test which the County Council may consider
to be necessary in the interests of securing reasonable safety at tne
Stadium when it is in use for a Specified Activity.
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. of spectator accommodation within the stadium shall not exceed the following
ligures:-
Spion Kop
South Stand Upper
South Stand Lower
West Stand
West Terrace
North West Terrace
North Stand
3t6t 860-
5.567
3,310
4,465
7,200
2,900
9, 882
Total Crowd Capacity -50,471.
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Safety Stewards
The minimum number of Safety Stewards required for each function shall
be as follows:-
(1) Manning of exists 26 Stewards (2 per main
(2) Control and direction of spectators exit)
entering or leaving the Stadium 00 Stewards _
(3) Patrolling the Stadium and dealing pervomi ory,<
with any emergency including raising
an alarm and extinguishing any small fire 2 Stewards (under South
• Stand) .V
The Stewards shall be distributed as follows:-
Section of Stadium Number required for each function
1 2 3
Each Main Exit (13 26 - -
South Stand - 12 -
West Stand - s -
North Stand - 18 -
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POLICY COMMITTEE 167
submitted a report (a) seeking the approval of this Committee to the proposals contained in the
revised structure for the establishment of two new J.N.C. Scale 3 posts (70% Chief Officer’s Scale)
and (b) giving details of the duties and responsibilities of the two posts which are a Strategic
Planning Manager and a Development Manager heading their respective Units and reporting
directly to the City Treasurer.
r e s o l v e d : That the proposals now submitted for the establishment of two additional J.N.C. Scale 3
posts (70% Chief Officer’s Scale) in the Computer Services Division of the City Treasury be
approved so far as this Committee is concerned and be referred for consideration by the Personnel
Services Sub-Committee.
13 South Yorkshire Joint Authorities
The Committee received the minutes of a meeting of the South Yorkshire Pensions Authority
held on 6th April, 1989 and meetings of the South Yorkshire Police Authority held on 7th and 21st
April, 1989 and arising therefrom—
r e s o l v e d : That (a) in connection with item 171 of the minutes of the meeting of the South
Yorkshire Police Authority on 7th April, 1989, the City Council’s representatives who will be
attending the meeting of the A.M.A. Policy Committee to be held on 25th May, 1989 be requested
to inform that meeting that the Council does not support the granting of full A.M. A. membership to
joint authorities, but those representatives be given discretion to support alternatives such as
allowing joint authorities the right of attendance at Association meetings and the right to speak and
vote on issues relating to joint authorities; and
(b) the City Council fully supports the case being put forward by the South Yorkshire Police
Authority to the Home Office that all the costs incurred by the West Midlands Police in conducting
the police inquiry into the events at Hillsborough on 15th April, 1989 should be borne by the
Government.
14 Hillsborough Tragedy—The City Libraries’ Response
The Director of Libraries and Information Services submitted a report on the arrangements which
were made by her Department immediately following the tragedy at Hillsborough Football Ground
on 15th April, 1989 for the operation of a ‘Hillsborough Helpline’ service to cope with the many
demands being placed on the Family and Community Services Department for information related
to the tragedy.
r e s o l v e d : That (a) the information contained in the report now submitted be noted;
(b) the Chief Executive be requested to arrange for a comprehensive report to be submitted to
this Committee (i) detailing the operational action taken by the Council following the Hillsborough
Disaster and the full financial implications thereof and (ii) on the potential for and costs of
extending any existing services/facilities or developing new services and the need for a review of the
Council’s peacetime emergencies plan in the light of the lessons learned and experiences gained
from the disaster; and
(c) pending the submission of the above-mentioned report, the Chief Executive and the City
Treasurer be authorised, in consultation with the Chair of the Finance Sub-Committee, to approve
any items of expenditure as a result of the actions taken by the Council in connection with the
disaster.
15 Education Programme Committee—Norton College—Contract 5B
The Chief Education Officer submitted a report and a Project Report Form CP3 giving details of
the proposed rephasings of expenditure in respect of the scheme of the Education Programme
Committee for the carrying out of repairs and remodelling of the former Rowlinson School to
provide teaching and non-teaching accommodation for the new Norton Tertiary College (PPR
Contract 5B).
r e s o l v e d : That approval be given for the purposes of Financial Regulation 11 to the Project Report
Form CP3 now submitted in respect of Contract 5B at N orton College at an estimated total capital
cost of £1,700,000 (£111,193 in 1988/89; £1,235,000 in 1989/90; £335,000 in 1990/91 and £18,807 in
1991/92) to be financed from the Education Capital Programme.

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HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER
Inquiry into Crowd Safety and Control of Sports Grounds -
Report of Mr. Justice Popplewell into the Bradford Fire Disaster and
the death at Birmingham Football Ground on 11th May, 1985
TERMS OF REFERENCE
The Terms of Reference of the above Inquiry was,rto enquire with particular
reference to the events at Bradford City and Birmingham Football Grounds
on 11th May into the operation of the Safety of Sports Ground Act 1975 and
to recommend what if any further steps should be taken including any that
may be necessary under additional powers to improve both crowd safety and
crowd control at sports grounds .v‘
Timetable
11th May - Disaster took place
13th May - Mr. Justice Popplewell was appointed to undertake Inquiry
A public inquiry was held into the Bradford Fire Disaster - a preliminary
hearing took place on 23rd May - the full hearing began on 5th June and
ended on 13th June. No public inquiry was held into the events at
Birmingham Football Ground.
Mr. Justice Popplewell presented his interim report to Parliament in July
1985 and the full report was presented to Parliament in January 1986.
Persons Involved
The following persons were appointed as assessors to the inquiry
1. The Chief Constable of Leicestershire
2. The former Chief Fire Officer of Greater Manchester
Areas covered by the final report
1. The Hejjssel Tragedy
2. Previous inquiries
3. The Safety at Sports Grounds Act
4. Crowd Control
5. Hooliganism
A list of the persons who gave evidence is enclosed.
The Public Inquiry at Bradford
Mr. Justice Popplewell considered three questions -
1. How the fire started
2. Why the fire started and why did it cause such casualties
3. What lessons were there to learn for the future.
It is interesting to note that in the course of the inquiry Mr. Justice
Popplewell mentions a report that was presented to the Minister of Housing
and Local Government in 1969 which suggested that the responsibility
controlling of crowds behaviour was divided between the police and the
club - broadly that the police were responsible for the public
thoroughfares and the entry from the public thoroughfares into the ground,
whilst the club were responsible for the control of spectators inside.
Mr. Justice Popplewell agreed that this was indeed the case.
The report goes into great detail about every aspect of the two tragedies
and the responsibilities of the Health and Safety Executive, Local
Authorities, and the powers of the Fire Authority.

One paragraph is of interest to the current tragedy - paragraph 4.136-8 -
here Mr. Justice Popplewell made a suggestion to standardise perimeter
fencing. The FA was asked to set up a small working party to help the
clubs standardise a design but they declined the invitation.
The public inquiry does not seem to have been set up under any particular
legislative provision, rather simply by the Secretary of State.
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DRAFT MEMORANDUM. TO THE TAYLOR INQUIRY
1. The Association ;f Metropolitan Authorities represents the 36
Metropolitan District Councils, 31 London Boroughs, the City of London,
the Inner London Education Authority and the Joint Authorities responsible
for Police, the Fire Service and Public Transport in the Metropolitan
Areas. The Association's role is to promote and protect the interests of
its member authorities and the community they serve, to provide a forum
for member authorities to discuss and act collectively on matters of
conmon concern and to provide a service to member authorities, including
the dissemination of good practice. The County of Merseyside includes the
districts of Knowsle2/, Liverpool, St. Helens, Sefton and Wirral where the
majority of the dead, the injured, their families, friends and neighbours
lived The County of South Yorkshire includes the districts of Barnsley,
Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield. The district councils appoint the
elected members to the Fire & Civil Defence Authorities and Police
Authorities.
2. Since March 1983, the Association has maintained a Working Party on
Football, which is now called the Football Development Working Party. In
1934, the Association published "Football Violence : The Metropolitan
Viewpoint" (copy appended) and the Association also gave evidence
before Mr Justice Pcpplewell in 1985. The Association provides joint
secretariat services for Football's Family Forum which will also submit
evidence to the inquiry.
3. The Association recognises that it would be possible for the Inquiry
'to interpret narrowly-i-fcs second term-of-reference-"to-make........ .
recommendations about the needs of crowd control and safety at sports

grounds". The Association urges the Inquiry to adopt the broadest
approach because
(a) "the needs of crowd control and (crowd) safety" go beyond issues of
movement, density, policing and building materials into areas of
public policy such as responsibility for organisational procedures,
co-ordination and liaison in the aftermath of disaster and medium to
long-term commitments to victim support; and
(b) "at sports grounds" interpreted narrowly would preclude the Inquiry
from making recommendations on crowd control and safety at other large
scale events such as pop concerts held elsewhere than in sports
grounds.
A. The Association recognises the necessity to balance the maintenance of
public order at large scale events with preserving the personal safety of
individual spectators. While recognising the difficulties, faced by the
police and against the background of the police's commitment to maintain
public order and control during the causes celebres of the 1970s and 1980s
from Saltley Coke Depot through the "Winter of Discontent" and the inner
city disturbances to the miners' strike, the Association believes these
experiences may have bred an atmosphere in which order and control
considerations have predominantly flourished at the expense of
consciousness towards the safety of people as spectators. The emphasis on
control and order detracts from a full awareness of public safety issues.
The Association also accepts that the operational considerations relating
to any sporting event are unique. Not only is each football ground
different in terms of construction and environment, but crowd size and
demeanour are affected by many different factors such as the weather, the

importance of the natch, and the relationship between the clubs involved.
In these circumstances local knowledge is as crucial as any set of
centrally agreed guidelines. Never'theless, principles relating to the
growth of community involvement in football set out in "Football Violence:
The Metropolitan Viewpoint" remain 23 valid today as they were in 1984
and the document was publicly endorsed by the then Minister for Sport,
Neil KscFarlane MP within weeks of publication. The Association would ask
the Inquiry to give due weight to these principles in any recommendations
which it makes about the general context of the Hillsborough tragedy.
Furthermore the Association has long held, and will continue to take, the
view that any member of the public should have the same expectation of
safety at a public event whether this be an enclosed premises (such as a
theatre) in the.open air, (a pop concert for example) or a sporting
stadium (football, cricket or rugby eg.).
5. With specific regard to the circumstances at Hillsborough, the
Association's position is quite clear and was stated to Mr Justice
Popplewell. At any football match, the playing surface constitutes a
major place of safety for spectators in the event of an emergency. Whilst
recognising the need to maintain public order, the Association said that:
(a) there should be a choice of alternative means of escape from a stand
which would provide so far as is reasonably practicable, for spectators
to turn their back on the source of the fire or other problem and
travel to a place of safety;
(b) each exit should have direct acge^s to open air and should be
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separated from other exits/to'avoid funnelling people into a congested
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'! (c) many seated stands are constructed so that people have to move
forwards and downwards in order to get out. This means that they may
have to go towards the source of danger before reaching safety. This
is contrary to the interests of public safety, and the guidance
document, (Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds) should be updated to
Unit the forward travel distance where there is no alternative means
of escape at the rear of the stand;
n-GP" - oO^fa) the training and number of stewards at public events requires
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\ scrutiny. Most are casually employed. Measures are necessary to
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\ ensure that their knowledge of the ground, its safety systems and the
correct procedures are of the highest order because of the public
responsibility which they carry;
(e) specific measures which should be taken in respect of enclosure fences
include : the siting of emergency gates in fences at least at the same
frequency as gangways; such gates to be secured by panic bolts or. i
electronic switches; such gates to be manned by sufficient stewards;
,,WA stewards to be trained (see above); stewards to have independent ^
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These points, which arose from the Bradford fire disaster are equally
! applicable to the Hillsborough tragedy.
6. Since Hillsborough, the Association's secretariat has inspected the
anti-panic barrier now installed at the municipal stadium in Mimes, in
.operation, at -a-match- .Although the. .sys.tem .hag only, recently .been- .
introduced, it does appear to provide a means of maintaining public order

and safety at the same time. The Association would hope that the system
could be given ar. early trial in England to see if it is appropriate to
conditions at an appropriate ground. The cost of installing a complete
system at an English ground would ':•= about £100,000. Partial installation
on existing fencing is estimated at around £40,000. In addition, the
system at Nimes includes other features which are worthy of consideration:
(a) there is far less casual, pay on entry, admission for matches.
Tickets are a constant feature even for the standing enclosures,
this means that for major events the police can turn away spectators
in vehicles who do not have tickets at some distance from the ground.
^fi^^^public responsibility for the event rests on the promoter. Stadi um
proprietors are under an obligation to act swiftly in the event of
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Disasters.
(b) Counselling anc support for victims and carers/rescuers: the
Association firmly believes governmental initiative and commitment
are necessary in two major areas. First, there is a need for
guidance and training packages to be promulgated to local authorities
and District Health Authorities (the Association is represented on
the Department of Health/CRUSE Working Party. Secondly, long term
victim and rescuer/carer support is expensive. The Association
understands Liverpool City Councl's additional commitment is around
£2 million; and therefore urges the Inquiry to recommend prompt and
full reimbursement by government to local authorities faced with the
consequences of disaster among their people, families and
communities. The Association is aware that the Local Government and
Housing Bill, clause 133 at Report stage, enables the Minister to
codify the so called "Bellwin Rules" but is unconvinced that
government has any commitment to meeting in full the financial costs
of disaster.
(c) Major disasters generate public appeals. The law's complexities and
inequities are well known from the experiences of recent disaster
funds. The Assocition does not consider it necessary for every local
authority to have a Disaster Appeal discretionary trust on the shelf,
updated as experience and case law develop. However, the danger of
buying in the state of the art after the next disaster is that
irrevocable decisions can be made early on. The Association
accordingly believes it would be sensible and prudent for government
to issue guidelines on the establishment, administration and
'•terminatiomo'f-disaster-appeals': ... " •*....... ..... ... . — ' •*

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(d) The Associaticn is aware that post -Pcoplewell, building control
departments ir. local authorities are moving by virtu e of their
responsibilities fcr safe structures and buildings into the area of
training stewards ar.i assisting the police on crowd movement and
dynamics. Because these departments know how crowds behave in tight
spaces, before during anc after a majcr event (like a semi-final or a
Michael Jackscn concert), the Association considers this emerging
trend should te encouraged by government and standard approaches
promulgated, squally, on site natch day inspections by appropriate
y i ^ v /m3 O lfru A u M & J L lW
1“ > .rA officials froo building control and fare prevention should also be
cX-
encouraged. A vital issue is the need drastically to review the
recommendations of the method of calculation of safe ground
capacities for terraced areas and viewing slopes as outlined in
Chapter 16 of the Home Office Guide to Safety of Sports Grounds. The
"higher" figure of 54 persons per 10m2 for good terraced areas
•0/ k (paragraph 222(a) leaves no safety margin. High priority should be
^ X . S^ven to researching and reassessing this guidance. The figure of 54
persons per 10m2 can produce crowds with a very high packing density
which provides no factor of safety whatsoever. It is suggested that
1^ ' ' ^ 3 ^actor safety of at least 25% should be built into this figure
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thus producing a new "higher" figure of 40 persons per 10m2.
oSlfy ' Where the plaving area is considered to be a safe place for
\ nK -k Ni evacuation fron stands, and there is a standing oaddock or terrace
■ ^ area between the stands and the playing area, the packing density for
0 ^ \Vtr t this terraced area should not exceed the lower figure of 26 persons
per 10m2 to reduce the risk of crushing in the event of forward
evacuation fron the stands towards the playing area.
(e) The incoming calls at Casualty Bureaax and hospital switcboards

always cause the system to collapse.
: ■ ^
u A This is because the public telephone network does not have the
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\ a csoacity to absorb = r.uge and unanticipated increase in calls. The
/V* n* yv Association recognises that the perfect answer is unobtainable but
^ « / v recommends the Inquiry to take evidence on forthcoming proposed
^ improvements and assess their likely effectiveness.
v3 8. In conclusion, the Association believes that public safety and public
q j v order can be exercised to a high degree of compatibility in football
f :
stadiums provided that the principles set out above are applied to the
particular circumstances of each individual ground and each event.
Improved standards of construction and training should assist the control
of each match, but this will need funding. The funding required could be
provided by using a small percentage of the duty currently collected by
the Treasury from football pools. This is a small sum to pay for ensuring
public safety.
The Association will be pleased to present more detailed technical or other
arguments to the Inquiry as appropriate*
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r, D?.AFT MEMORANDUM TO THE TAYLOR INQUIRY
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1. The Association ;f Metropolitan Authorities represents the 36
Metropolitan District Councils, 31 London Boroughs, the City of London,
the Inner London Education Authority and the Joint Authorities responsible
for Police, the Fire Service and Public Transport in the Metropolitan
Areas. The Association's role is to promote and protect the interests of
its member authorities and the community they serve, to provide a forum
for member authorities to discuss and act collectively on matters of
common concern and to provide a service to member authorities, including
the dissemination of good practice. The County of Merseyside includes the
districts of Knowsley, Liverpool, St. Helens, Sefton and Wirral where the
majority of the dead, the injured, their families, friends and neighbours
lived The County of South Yorkshire includes the districts of Barnsley,
Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield. The district councils appoint the
elected members to the Fire & Civil Defence Authorities- and Police
Authorities.
2. Since March 1983, the Association has maintained a Working Party on
Football, which is now called the Football Development Working Party. In
1934, the Association published "Football Violence : The Metropolitan
••• Viewpoint" (copy appended) and the Association also gave evidence
before Hr Justice Popplewell in 1985. The Association provides joint
secretariat services for Football's Family Forum which will also submit
evidence to the inquiry.
3. The Association recognises that it would be possible for the Inquiry
- .......-to interpret -narrowly-its second term-of- reference-"to m a k e ................
recommendations about the needs of crowd control and safety at sports

grounds". The Association urges the Inquiry to adopt the broadest
approach because
(a) "the needs of crowd control and (crowd) safety" go beyond issues of
movement, density, policing and building materials into areas of
public policy such as responsibility for organisational procedures,
co-ordination and liaison in the aftermath of disaster and medium to
long-term commitments to victim support; and
(b) "at sports grounds" interpreted narrowly would preclude the Inquiry
from making recommendations on crowd control and safety at other large
scale events such as pop concerts held elsewhere than in sports
grounds.
A. The Association recognises the necessity to balance the maintenance of
public order at large scale events with preserving the. personal safety of
individual spectators. While recognising the difficulties, faced by the
police and against the background of the police's commitment to maintain
public order and control during the causes celebres of the 1970s and 1980s
from Saltley Coke Depot through the "Winter of Discontent" and the inner
city disturbances to the miners' strike, the Association believes these
experiences may have bred an atmosphere in which order and control
considerations have predominantly flourished at the expense of
consciousness towards the safety of people as spectators. The emphasis on
control and order detracts from a full awareness of public safety issues.
The Association also accepts that the operational considerations relating
to any sporting event are unique. Not only is each football ground
different in terms of construction and environment, but crowd size and
demeanour are affected by many different factors such as the weather, the

■ /
/
importance of the natch, and the relationship between the clubs involved.
In these circumstances local knowledge is as crucial as any set of
centrally agreed guidelines. Nevertheless, principles relating to the
growth of community involvement in football set out in "Football Violence:
The Metropolitan Viewpoint" remain as valid today as they were in 1984
and the document was publicly endorsed by the then Minister for Sport,
Neil HseFarlane MP within weeks of publication. The Association would ask
the Incuiry to give due weight to these principles in any recommendations
which it makes about the general context of the Hillsborough tragedy.
Furthermore the Association has long held, and will continue to take, the
view that any member of the public should have the same expectation of
safety at a public event whether this be an enclosed premises (such as a
theatre) in the. open air, (a pop concert for example) or a sporting
stadium (football, cricket or rugby eg.).
5. With specific regard to the circumstances at Hillsborough, the
Association's position is quite clear and was stated to Mr Justice
Popplewell. At any football match, the playing surface constitutes a
major place of safety for spectators in the event of an emergency. Whilst
recognising the need to maintain public order, the Association said that:
(a) there should be a choice of alternative means of escape from a stand
which i-;ould provide so far as is reasonably practicable, for spectators
to turn their back on the source of the fire or other problem and
travel to a place of safety;
(b) each exit should have direct access to open air and should be
separated from other exits to avoid funnelling people into a congested
area;

(c) many seated stands are constructed so that people have to move
forwards and downwards in order to get out. This means that they may
have to go towards the source of danger before reaching safety. This
is contrary to the interests of public safety, and the guidance
document, (Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds) should be updated to
limit the forward travel distance where there is no alternative means
of escape at the rear of the stand;
(d) the training and number of stewards at public events requires
scrutiny. Most are casually employed. Measures are necessary to
ensure that their knowledge of the ground, its safety systems and the
correct procedures are of the highest order because of the public
responsibility which they carry;
(e) specific‘measures which should be taken in respect of enclosure fences
include : the siting of emergency gates in fences at least at the same
frequency as gangways; such gates to be secured by panic bolts or
electronic switches; such gates to be manned by sufficient stewards;
stewards to be trained (see above); stewards to have independent
communication with a central control point (this is now much easier
with the development of radios and portable telephones or possibly a
number of on-line call points fixed at strategic points).
These points, which arose from the Bradford fire disaster are equally
applicable to the Hillsborough tragedy.
6. Since Hillsborough, the Association's secretariat has inspected the
anti-panic barrier now installed at the municipal stadium in Nicies, in
.operation, at-a.match- .Although the. .sys.tem Jha£ only, recently .been- . -
introduced, it does appear to provide a means of maintaining public order

and safety at the same time. The Association would hope that the system
could be given ar. early trial in England to see if it is appropriate to
conditions at an appropriate ground. The cost of installing a complete
system at an English ground v?ould be about £100,000. Partial installation
on existing fencing is estimated at around £40,000. In addition, the
system at Nimes includes other features which are worthy of consideration:
(a) there is far less casual, pay on entry, admission for matches.
Tickets are a constant feature even for the standing enclosures,
this means that for major events the police can turn away spectators
in vehicles who do not have tickets at some distance from the ground.
(b)'' public responsibility for the event rests on the promoter. Stadium
proprietors are under an obligation to act swiftly in the event of
problems. In addition, a designated official of the municipality is
also present who has the power to direct the proprietor to act in
the interests of public safety.
7. At this stage in the acquisition and evolution of experience from the
recent spate of major disasters including Hillsborough, the Association
urges the Inquiry to build into its report and recommendations positive
and forward-looking views on a number of issues:
(a) The powers, practices and systems of local authorities' planning for
major disasters and responses to them. These are addressed in detail
in two documents accompanying the covering letter "Local Authorities
and Peacetime Emergency Planning: a Review of Current Arrangements
and Proposals for Improvement" (Jlovember 1988) and an amended
' ' Ve'rsion Of the"Ass'oci'atidn *'s' final 'submission' '(June '1989') "to' the "Home
Office in an endeavour to influence the latter's Review of Peacetime

Disasters.
(b) Counselling anc support for victins and carers/rescuers: the
Association f i m l y believes governmental initiative and commitment
are necessary in two major areas. First, there is a need for
guidance and training packages to be promulgated to local authorities
and District Health Authorities (the Association is represented on
the Department of Health/CR'JSE Working Party. Secondly, long term
victim and rescuer/carer support is expensive. The Association
understands Liverpool City .Councl's additional commitment is around
£2 million; and therefore urges the Inquiry to recommend prompt and
full reimbursement by government to local authorities faced with the
consequences of disaster among their people, families and
communities. The Association is aware that the Local Government and
Housing Bill, clause 133 at Report stage, enables the Minister to
codify the so called "Bellwin Rules" but is unconvinced that
government has any commitment to meeting in full the financial costs
of disaster.
(c) Major disasters generate public appeals. The law's complexities and
inequities are well known from the experiences of recent disaster
funds. The Assocition does not consider it necessary for every local
authority to have a Disaster Appeal discretionary trust on the shelf,
updated as experience and case law develop. However, the danger of
buying in the state of the art after the next disaster is that
irrevocable decisions can be made early on. The Association
accordingly believes it would be sensible and prudent for government
to issue guidelines on the establishment, administration and
"termirratian'-of••disaster-appefals': .... " • •*

The Association is aware that post -Popplewell, building control
departments in local authorities are moving by virtu e of their
responsibilities fcr safe structures and buildings into the area of
training stewards and assisting the police on crowd movement and
dynamics. Because these departments know how crovids behave in tight
spaces, before during and after a major event (like a semi-final or a
Michael Jackscn concert), the Association considers this emerging
trend should be encouraged by government and standard approaches
promulgated. Equally, on site natch day inspections by appropriate
officials frcxs building control and fire prevention should also be
encouraged. A vital issue is the need drastically to review the
recommendations of the method of calculation of safe ground
capacities for terraced areas and viewing slopes as outlined in
Chapter 16 of the Home Office Guide to Safety of Sports Grounds. The
"higher" figure of 54 persons per 10m2 for good terraced areas
(paragraph 222(a) leaves no safety margin. High priority should be
given to researching and reassessing this guidance. The figure of 54
persons per 10m2 can produce crowds with a very high packing density
which provides no factor of safety whatsoever. It is suggested that
a factor of safety of at least 25% should be built into this figure
thus producing a new "higher" figure of 40 persons per 10m2.
Where the playing area is considered to be a safe place for
evacuation from stands, and there is a standing paddock or terrace
area between the stands and the playing area, the packing density for
this terraced area should not exceed the lower figure of 26 persons
per 10m2 to reduce the risk of crushing in the event of forward
evacuation from the stands towards the playing area.
The incoming calls at Casualty Bureaux and hospital switcboards

always cause the system to collapse.
This is because the public telephone network does not have the
capacity to absorb a, huge and unanticipated increase in calls. The
Association recognises that the perfect answer is unobtainable but
recommends the Inquiry to take evidence on forthcoming proposed
improvements and assess their likely effectiveness.
8. In conclusion, the Association believes that public safety and public
order can be exercised to a high degree of compatibility in football
stadiums provided that the principles set out above are applied to the
particular circumstances of each individual ground and each event.
Improved standards of construction and training should assist the control
of each match, but this will need funding. The funding required could be
provided by using a small percentage of the duty currently collected by
the Treasury from football pools. This is a small sum to pay for ensuring
public safety.
The Association will be pleased to present more detailed technical or other
arguments to the Inquiry as appropriate.
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FIRE SERVICE COMMITTEE
8th January, 1976
PRESENT: Councillor G. Moore (in the Chair)
Councillors F. R. Butler, L. Cope, Mrs. A. Eastwood, H. Fenton,
H. Firth, D. Glover, J. Goodison, E. E. Jones, E. Manns, W. A. Morris,
A. News am, J. A. Pearson, D. A. Pinder, W. J. Robins, K. B. Willers.
95 .____Presentations
The Chairman introduced Divisional Officer J. H. Butler and Leading
Fireman E. Kelford, who had recently retired having completed 26 and
23 years service respectively, and presented them with Certificates of
Exemplary Service.
96 .____Special Service Calls
The Chief Fire Officer circulated to each Member present a report on the
abnormal work load imposed on the Brigade as a result of the damage
caused by the gale force winds experienced during the week-end
2nd/4th J anuary.
More than 700 calls for assistance had been received, and the Brigade also
had attended more than 50 fires during the same period.
The acceptance of this heavy work load had only been made possible by the
willing co-operation of all ranks of the Brigade, both Control and
Operational personnel working long hours under difficult and often adverse
conditions to give aid and assistance to people in need.
RESOLVED - That the Committee place on record their appreciation of the
magnificent response of the Brigade to the demands made upon them, and
that the Chief Fire Officer promulgate the commendation in Brigade Orders.
97 .____Personnel - Appointment - Divisional Senior Fire Prevention
Officer 'C' Division Headquarters
In accordance with the promotion procedure agreed by the Committee
on 4th October, 1973, the Chief Fire Officer, following the carrying out
of interviews by the Service Interview Panel, recommended an appointment
to fill the above vacancy.

RES O L V E D - That Assistant Divisional Officer K. L. Mettam be appointed
Divisional Senior Fire Prevention Officer, 'C' (Sheffield (West)) Division
Headquarters, with effect from 19th January, 1976.
98 .____ Safety of Sports Grounds Act, 1975
Further to his report in November 1975 the Chief Executive submitted
a more detailed report on the County Council's responsibilities under the
above Act and suggested methods of implementing it.
R E S O L V E D -
1. That the work of co-ordination be undertaken by the Administration
Department.
2. That working parties of officers as now outlined be constituted for
each District.
3. That the suggested frequency of inspections be approved.
4. That a further report be submitted on powers of entry and the
fees (if any) to be charged.
99 .___ Transport - Disposal of Appliances
The Chief Fire Officer reported that under the approved programme for
replacement of appliances seven new water tenders were to be purchased
during the current financial year and, on their being brought into operational
service, the seven appliances which had reached the end of their
serviceable life would be surplus to requirements and available for
disposal.
RESOLVED - That following delivery of the seven new water tenders , the
seven existing appliances which have reached the end of their serviceable
life be disposed of through the County Treasurer's Department.
100. Items to be discussed in the absence of the public
RESOLVED - That pursuant to Section 1 (2) of the Public Bodies
(Admission to Meetings) Act 1960 the public be excluded from the meeting
d uring discussion of the items below by reason of the confidential nature
of the business to be transacted.

101. Premises - Barnsley Fire Station
A. Means of Escape
A joint report of the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and the
County Treasurer was submitted on the inspection of the combined
Barnsley Fire Station and Divisional Headquarters by Her Majesty's
Inspector of Factories who had served a Notice of Requirement
specifying means of escape works to be completed by May 1977.
Financial provision had been made in the 1976/77 Capital Programme
to meet the cost of the work required but, because of the need for work
to commence on 1st April, 1976, approval of a capital estimate in advance
of the Capital Programme and Budget Estimates for 1976/77 was sought
to enable tenders to be invited and a contract to be placed by 1st April.
RECOMMENDED - That, subject to approval of a capital estimate of £19, 000
by the Policy Committee in advance of the 1976/77 Capital Programme
receiving County Council approval, authority be given for the expenditure
of £19, 000 in respect of the meeting of the requirements of Her Majesty's
Inspector of Factories at the Barnsley Fire Station.
B. Repairs
At the Chairman’s request, the Architectural and Building Services Officer,
the County Engineer and the County Mining Engineer reported on the result
of their investigations to date into the likely reasons for structural works
becoming necessary at the Station and on possible methods of
rectification.
RESOLVED - That the comprehensive interim report now made be accepted,
and the Committee be kept informed of developments.
102. Transport - Car User Scheme
As requested at the last meeting, the Treasurer submitted a report
concerning motor insurances relating to Fire Service vehicles, with
particular reference to the staff cars allocated to residential officers
for official and private use.

Ar ap-dated joint report of the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer
and the County Treasurer on aspects of the car user scheme originally
approved by the Committee on 7th March, 1974 was submitted in the
light of experience gained.
Consultations had taken place with the National Association of Fire
Officers/Fire Brigade Union representatives on their suggestions that
the charge for private mileage should be 2.58 pence per mile as against3L81
pence per mile submitted for the consideration of the Committee and that
payment should be on the basis of actual private mileage instead of
lump sum payments for 1, 000 mile bands.
It was mentioned that the West Yorkshire Brigade were to introduce
a charge of 3.2 pence per mile with a minimum charge for 3,000 miles.
RESOLVED -
1. That the replacement programme for County Fire Service staff
cars be amended by increasing the interval from two to three years.
2. That a revised charge of 3.2 pence per mile for the use of staff
cars for private purposes be introduced with effect from 1st April, 1976.
3. That payment for private mileage be made on the basis of actual
private mileage run up to a maximum of 6, 000 miles, instead of lump
sum payments for 1, 000 mile bands.
103.___Consultative Sub-Committee
The report of the meeting on 6th January with the representative organisations
acting as the Consultative Sub-Committee was circulated to each
Member present.
With regard to Item 3, the Chief Fire Officer reported that the South
Yorkshire Brigade Committee of the Fire Brigades Union had now indicated
that they would be prepared to accept the terms of the Sub-Committee's
recommendation relating to traffic lights.
RESOLVED -
1. That in view of the provisions of Regulation 34(1) of the
Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 1975, an instruction
be included in Brigade Orders to the effect that in emergency situations

ed traffic lights may be treated as 'halt signs' without traffic lights,
subject to Brigade drivers recognising the need to use all audible
and visible warning devices and to exercise care when doing so, and
that should any driver be involved in an accident, legal representation
be provided by the County Council or their insurers.
2. That in view of Regulation 34 (1) of the Traffic Regulations and
General Directions 1975, the Association of Metropolitan Authorities
be requested to make representations to the Home Office that electronic
light changing devices for use by emergency vehicles at traffic light
controlled junctions be introduced, and that an offer be made to the effect
that this Brigade is willing to take part in any pilot scheme.
3. That enquiries be made of the Passenger Transport Executive
on the suggestion that they may already be using electronic light changing
devices and, if so, details of the devices (including cost) be ascertained.
4. That the Chief Fire Officer submit a report on the uniform supply
situation to the Fire Service Committee in February and that should it
be adverse, consideration then be given to the introduction of an
organisation and methods study in the Stores Division of the Brigade.
104. Capital Programme and Revenue Estimates 1976/77
The County Treasurer and the Chief Fire Officer submitted reports on the
Capital Programme and Revenue Estimates 1976/77, together with an
Analysis of Variations between the 1975/76 and the 1976/77 Estimate,
statements showing uncommitted development and the effect of a 5%
reduction in expenditure and prints of the Capital Programme and
Revenue Estimates.
The Chief Fire Officer indicated the adverse effect on the operational
efficiency of the Fire Service, which was a highly labour intensive force
(869b of the estimates being attributable to salaries and wages), if a 5%
reduction in expenditure were to be effected by introducing the whole of
the 'cuts' shown in the Reduction Statement.
RESOLVED - That the following recommendations be made to the
Budget Sub-Committee of the Policy Committee on the estimates documents
now submitted:

(a) that the base Capital Programme be approved with a strong
recommendation that the additional schemes detailed in the
Appendix, with the exception of item 2 (Damall Road - Workshop
Hoists), should also be approved and included in the Capital Programme,
(b) that the base Revenue Estimates be approved
(c) that the Reduction Statement (total £191,850) be not approved
because of the adverse effect on the standard of fire cover if they were to
be implemented, but that should some cuts be inevitable, reductions
which might be implemented, albeit with reluctance, come from items
(1) Repairs and Maintenance (2) Nomex Fire Tunics and (5) Hose
replacements
(d) that the Statement of Uncommitted Developments be approved
and that the Committee press for its inclusion in the 1976/77
Estimates with the possible exception of item 9.
C H A I R M A N

FIRE SERVICE COMMITTEE'
2nd November, 1978
PRESENT: Councillor H. Firth (Chairman)
Councillor G. Moore (Chairman of the County Council)
Councillors J.A. Pearson (Vice-Chairman), Mrs. M. Addison,
H. Baines, G. S. Bennett, L. Bland, Mrs. J. M. Brackley,
Mrs. G.Burrows, W. Circuit, J. M. Clarke, T. Cooper, L. Cope,
A. Dale, R. J. Ellis, F. Espley, W. Houghton, J. S. Kent,
J. A. Loy, G. R. Millward, G. H. Moores, W. J. Robins,
P. T. Senior, J. Yeardley.
76. Presentation of Certificates - Society for the Protection
' of Life from Fire
In recognition of their exemplary conduct at fire incidents,in the
Counly, the Chairman commended William Cowley, Stephen F.
Holmes and Thomas H. Scothorne and presented them with
Certificates issued by the Society for the Protection of Life from
Fire.
77. Minutes
RESOLVED - That the minutes of the meetings held on 25th
September, 5th and 12th October, 1978, be signed by the Chairman
as a correct record.
78. Premises - Repairs and Maintenance
A joint report of the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and the
County Treasurer was submitted on works required at the Adwick-
le-Street Fire Station and on the costs estimated by the Architectural
and Building Services Officer, provision for which had been
included in the Revenue Budget for 1978/79.
RESOLVED - That tenders be invited and contracts entered into in
respect of the external and part internal decoration of the Adwick-
le-Street Fire Station.
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79. Supplies
A. Purchase of Breathing Apparatus
A joint report of the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and
the County Treasurer was submitted on tenders received for the
supply of breathing apparatus equipment necessary to continue the
programme of conversion to positive pressure equipment and to
replace some of the sets already in use which were obsolescent.
There was adequate provision in the 1978/79 Revenue Budget
to meet the expenditure.
RESOLVED - That the tender from Draeger Safety Limited for
the supply of 20 breathing apparatus sets, 20 compressed air
cylinders, 40 conversion kits and 3 test box assemblies, in the
sum of £9,828, be accepted.
B. Purchase of Safety Lamps and Charging Racks
A joint report of the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and
the County Treasurer was submitted on tenders received for the
supply of safety lamps and charging racks needed to continue the
standardisation of equipment within the Brigade. There was a
mixture of safety handlamps in service, and it was intended that
the Oldham miners' lamp would become the standard issue. There
was adequate provision in the 1978/79 Revenue Budget to meet
the expenditure.
RESOLVED - That the tender from Oldham Batteries Ltd. for the
supply of 8 battery chargers and 104 safety lamps, in the sum of
£3, 755, be accepted.
C. Purchase of Triple Extension Ladder
A joint report of the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and
the County Treasurer was submitted on the need to purchase a
45 ft. alloy triple extension ladder.
Since formation of the County Fire Service in 1974, ladders
carried on pumping appliances had been based in the 'Angus 464',
manufactured by Angus Fire Armour Ltd. to effect standardisation
throughout the Brigade fleet.
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There were now 25 such ladders within the Brigade which,
because of the nature of their use, were subject to regular testing
and required, by code of practice, thorough workshop inspection
and maintenance at 12 monthly intervals.
To ensure that all appliances were properly equipped, it was
essential for a spare ladder to be available for issue and use
during the periods when ladders were in the workshops for
servicing and repair.
RESOLVED - That approval be givsi to the purchase of one
'Angus 464' 45 ft. alloy triple extension ladder from Angus Fire
Armour Ltd. at a cost of £1,069.
80. Training - Transport for Recruits
A joint report of the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and
the County Treasurer was submitted on quotations received for the
hiring of coaches to transport recruits to and from the Durham
Training Centre during the 12 week period of the course of
instruction.
RESOLVED - That the hiring of coaches for the purpose of
transporting recruits be approved as follows
Training Centre Firm Cost
Durham Larratt Pepper & Son, £1,080
6 Clayton Lane,
Thu m sco e,
Rotherham.
81. Statement of Capital Payments and Commitments
A. Statement
RESOLVED - That the Statement of Capital Payments and Commitments,
now submitted, be approved.
B. Transport - Purchase of Appliances - Financial Year 1980A
Further to minute 7-1 of 12th October, 1978, the Chief Executive,
the Chief Fire Officer and the County Treasurer reported that,

ecause of the problems likely to be experienced and prolonged
delivery dates appertaining in respect of fire appliances, it was
important that those appliances deleted from the 1979/80 capital
programme be delivered as early as possible during the 1980/81
financial year. The likely costs, obtained from the major
specialist manufacturers concerned, were considered.
RESOLVED -
1. That provision be made in the capital programme for
1980/81 for the replacement of 6 Water Tenders and 1 Turntable
Ladder at an estimated cost of £303,000.
2. That the Policy Finance and General Purposes Subcommittee
be asked to approve a capital estimate in the sum of
£303, 000 for the financial year 1980/81 in advance of the capital
programme for that year receiving County Council approval to
permit delivery of the appliances as early as possible in the
1980/81 financial year.
C. Purchase of Vans and Personnel Carriers
A joint report of the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and
the County Treasurer was submitted on price increases effected by
the manufacturers since the placing of orders for 11 utility vans and
2 personnel carriers and their delivery.
RESOLVED - That the Policy Finance and General Purposes Subcommittee
be asked to approve additional capital estimates in the
sumsof £580 and £500 to meet the cost of manufacturers' price
increases for 11 utility vans and 2 personnel carriers respectively,
purchased during the current financial year.
82. Items to be discussed in the absence of the public
RESOLVED - That, pursuant to Section 1(2) of the Public Bodies
(Admission to Meetings) Act, 1960, the public be excluded from the
meeting during consideration of the following items by reason of
the corffidential nature of the business to be transacted.
83. Premises
A. Fire Station, Leicester Avenue, Doncaster
Proposed Alterations to Showers and Toilets
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B. Renovation of B.A. Chamber, Elm Lane Fire Station,
Sheffield
A joint report of the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and
the County Treasurer was submitted on tenders received for the
above schemes, provision for which had been included in the
Committee's Revenue Budget for 1978/79.
RESOLVED -
1. . That the tender from J. H. Gilbert Ltd., High Melton
at £3, 609.65 for the installation of three showers and a toilet with
necessary services and associated building work at the Fire Station,
Leicester Avenue, Doncaster, be accepted.
2. That the tender from Hallamshire Builders, Sheffield at
£1, 840 for repairs and modifications to the original Breathing
Apparatus Chamber at the Fire Station, Elm Lane, Sheffield,
be accepted.
84. Personnel - Employment Protection Act, 1975 -
Retained Firefighter^ Union
A joint report of the Chief Executive and the Chief Fire Officer
was submitted on a request received from the Principal Industrial
Relations Officer of the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration
Service, for information relating to the Retained Firefighters’
Union.
RESOLVED - That the request be referred to Policy Advisory Subcommittees
'A' and 'B'.
85. Personnel - Firemen's Pension Scheme
The Chief Fire Officer reported that a Leading Fireman had appealed
against the decision of the Fire Authority that he be discharged from
the County Fire Service under the ’ill-health award' provisions of
the Firemen's Pension Scheme. Under the provisions of the Scheme
the Secretary of State had appointed a medical referee who, after
examining the Leading Fireman, had upheld the decision. The
provisions of the Scheme relating to the payment of the referee's
fees were considered.

RESOLVED - That the medical referee's fee of £20, in respect of
his examination of the-Leading Fireman now named, be paid by the
Fire Authority.
86. Leave for Central Fire Brigades' Advisory Council Duties
A joint report of the Chief Executive and the Chief Fire Officer was
submitted on the appointment by the Secretary of State of Assistant
Divisional Officer G. M. Wilkinson of the County Fire Service to the
Central Fire Brigades' Advisory Council for the period ending
31st July, 1979.
The sections of the Scheme of Conditions of Service of the N. J.C.
for Local Authorities' Fire Brigades and the Local Conditions of
Service for A.P.T. & C. staff relating to paid leave of absence
were considered.
RESOLVED - That Assistant Divisional Officer G. M. Wilkinson
be granted special leave with pay to enable him to attend meetings
of the Central Fire Brigades’ Advisory Council or its Subcommittees,
subject to the prior permission of the Chief Fire
Officer being obtained in each instance.
87. Death of Assistant Divisional Officer H. D. Bullock
The Chief Fire Officer reported with regret the sudden death at
home on 31st October, 1978 of Assistant Divisional Officer
H. D. Bullock.
RESOLVED - That a letter of condolence from the Committee be
sent to Mrs. Bullock.
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CHAIRMAN

FIRE SERVICE COMMITTEE
30th November, 1978
PRESENT: Councillor H. Firth (in the Chair)
Councillor G. Moore (Chairman of the County Council)
Councillors: J. A. Pearson (Vice-Chairman) H. Baines, G. S. Bennett,
L. Bland, Mrs. J. M. Brackley, W. Circuit, J. M. Clarke, T. Cooper,
L. Cope, A. Dale, R. J. Ellis, F. Espley, W. Houghton, J. S. Kent,
J. A. Loy, D. J. W. Mills, G. R. Millward, G. H. Moores, W. J. Robins,
P. T. Senior.
Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Mrs. M. Addison,
Mrs. G. Burrows and J. Yeardley.
88 . Presentation of Certificate - Society for the Protection of Life
from Fire
In recognition of his exemplary conduct at a fire incident at Bentley, the
Chairman commended Mr. Anthony O'Toole and presented him with a
Certificate issued by the Society for the Protection of Life from Fire.
89 . Minutes
R E S O L V E D - That the minutes of the meeting held on 2nd November, 1978,
be signed by the Chairman as a correct record.
90 .___ Communications - Fireground Radio
A joint report by the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and the
County Treasurer referred to arrangements for communications at fire
incidents. This was by means of personal radio and the equipment
available to the Brigade consisted of 40 single channel sets. This
equipment had certain technical limitations and was not as efficient as
a three channel set recently introduced by the Home Office Telecommunications
Department, which had performed exceptionally during trials by
Fire Brigades over the last 18 months.
RESOLVED -
1. That approval be given to the acquisition of 54 three channel
personal radios for use at fire incidents at a net rental/maintenance
charge of £1,747 in 1978/79 and £5,242 in a full year.

2. That this m atter be referred to the Budget Sub-Committee in
accordance with the procedure established for the consideration of
developments included in the revenue budget for 1978/79.
91.____ National F ire Prevention Youth Quiz
A report by the Chief F ire Officer referred to minute 63 of 5th October,
1978, and gave the result of the National F ire Prevention Youth Quiz.
C harter School, Barnsley had been placed third in the final, which had
been attended by the Chairman together with Councillors M rs. M. Addison
and W. J . Robins and him self.
92 .____ V isit of H er M ajesty's Inspectors of F ire Service
The Chief F ire Officer reported that he had received prelim inary
notification that H er M ajesty's Inspectors of F ire Services would
inspect the Brigade between 18fh and 22nd June, 1979.
93 .____ Personnel
A . Anglo-German Friendship - Twin Towns
A joint report by the Chief Executive and the Chief F ire Officer referred
to the establishm ent of a Barnsley/Schwablsch Gmund Society -with a view
to facilitating and encouraging exchange visits between the two towns.
Several requests had been received from groups and organisations in
Sh'aabiach Gmund wishing to link up with their counterparts in Barnsley,
one of which was from a party of F ire Service Staff wishing* to visit
Barnsley F ire Station. The Commandant of the SSwabisch Gmund F ire
Brigade was interested in discussing a visit probably on a reciprocal
basis.
RESOLVED - T hat consideration of this m atter be referred to Policy
Advisory Sub-Committee ’A '.
B. Appointments
in accordance w ith the promotion procedure agreed by the Committee on
4th October, 1973, the Chief F ire O fficer, following the carrying oat of
interviews by the Service Interview Panel, recommended appointments to
fill the increased establishm ent of supervisory officers approved by the
Committee on 8th June, 1978.

RESOLVED - That the following appointments be confirmed:
Post Officer Effective Date
Assistant Divisional
Commander
'A' Division (DO III )
Assistant Divisional
Commander
'B' Division (D. O. ni )
Assistant Divisional
Commander
'C' Division (D. O. HI )
Assistant Divisional
Commander
'D' Division (D. O. Ill )
Assistant Divisional
Commander
'E' Division (D. O. Ill )
A. D. O,
G. Glave
A.D.O.
J.C.M. Johnson
A.D.O.
J. Foden
A.D.O.
G.M. Wilkinson
A.D.O.
E. Brown
C. Firemens' and Fire Officers1 Pay Awards
1 November 1978
1 November 1978
1 November 1978
1 November 1978
1 November 1978
A joint report by the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and the County
Treasurer referred to an agreement reached by the National Joint Council
for Local Authorities' Fire Brigades on revised rates of pay from
7th November, 1978, for firemen in ranks up to and including subofficer
and officers up to and including senior Divisional Officer. The
estimated cost of the award in 1978/79 was £358, 350, £60,100 of which
could be met from savings due to unavoidable delays in recruitment and
£933,429 in a full year.
RESOLVED - That it be a recommendation to the Policy Finance and
General Purposes Sub-Committee that a supplementary revenue estimate
of £298,250 be approved to meet the firemens' and fire officers' pay
awards during 1978/79, to be met from the contingency for pay and price
increases.
94. Premises - Repairs and Maintenance
A joint report by the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and the
County Treasurer referred to repair/maintenance works estimated by
the Architectural and Building Services Officer to involve

expenditure In excess of £1,000.
RESOLVED - That the following items of expenditure be approved:-
Work Required Estimated Cost
Redecoration Works:-
Barnsley Fire Station (internal)
Lowedges Fire Station (internal)
Rivelin Valley Fire Station (internal)
Mosborough Fire Station (internal)
Elm Lane Fire Station (Internal)
Oaks Lane Fire Station (Internal and external)
Installation of Emergency Lighting to Exit
Routes, Circulation Area e tc ., at;-
Thome Fire Station
Mexborough Fire Station
Royston Fire Station
95 .____ Supplies - Purchase of Uniform
A joint report by the Chief Executive, the Chief F ire Officer and the
County Treasurer gave details of tenders received for the purchase of
750 'Nomex' Fire Tunics. The lowest tender submitted was not In
accordance with the specification.
RESOLVED - That the tender submitted by Wathen Gardner and Company
Limited in the sum of £30,000 for the supply of 750 'Nomex' Fire
Tunics be accepted.
96 . Statement of Capital Payments and Commitments
A. Statement
RESOLVED - That the Statement of Capital Payments and Commitments,
now submitted, be approved.
B. Proposed Edlington/Warmsworth Fire Station
A joint report by the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and the
County T reasurer referred to minute 93C of 4th December, 1975,
£
4.000
2,100
2,400
2.000
2,875
4,232
2.250
2,000
2.250

when a capital estimate of £290,000 had been approved for the erection
of a new fire station at Warmsworth.
The Architectural and Building Services Officer had now prepared a
design for the station estimated at £352,000, plus design fees and
administrative costs of £42,000. The cost of Appliances/Vehicles
and other equipment was estimated at £67,400 and £22,000 respectively.
Revenue costs including loan charges in a full year were estluatadat £378,857.
RESOLVED -
1. That the approval of the Budget Sub-Committee be sought to
this scheme.
2. That the Policy Finance and General Purposes Sub-Committee
be recommended to approve an additional capital estimate of £193,840.
3. That, subject to the approval of parts 1 and 2 above, the new
Edlington/Warmsworth Fire Station be built in accordance with the
design prepared by the Architectural and Building Services Officer at
a total estimated cost including appliances and equipment of £483, 840.
97.____ Training - Equipment and Visual Aids
A joint report by the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and the
County T reasurer referred to the long standing shortage of operational
equipment available for training within the Brigade.
The requirement for operational training equipment would Increase due
to the increase in recruitment necessary to meet the shorter working
week for firemen.
There was also a shortage of visual aids/instructional equipment for
training purposes.
RESOLVED -
1. That approval be given to the purchase of operational training
equipment and visual alds/iastructional equipment at estimated costs of
£7,400 and £2,200 respectively.
2. That this matter be referred to the Budget Sub-Committee In
accordance with the procedure established for consideration of developments
included in the revenue budget for 1978/79.

93. Items to be discussed In the absence of the public
RESOLVED - That, pursuant to Section 1(2) of the Public Bodies
(Admission to Meetings) Act, I960, the public be excluded from the
meeting during consldsration of the following items by reason of the
confidential nature of the business to be transacted.
99 . Personnel - Firem en's Pension Schemes
A report by the Chief Fire Officer gave details of a member of the
Brigade who had been absent from duty on sick leave.
RESOLVED - That, in view of the Brigads Medical Officer being of the
opinion that he is unfit for operational duties and will remain so In the
future, the Fireman now named be retired from the South Yorkshire
Caunty Fire Service under the "ill-health" provisions of the Firemen's
Pension Scheme, and that he continue to be paid full pay (reduced by the
amount of any slckness/lnjury benefits to which he Is entitled under the
National Insurance Acts) until such time as he Is retired.
100. Replacement of Sheffield Central Fire Station
A joint report by the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and the
County T reasurer referred to a plot of land acquired as part of the site
on which it was intended to construct a new fire station to replace the
present Sheffield Central Fire Station.
The plot contained an old dilapidated building and a great deal of rubbish.
The old building also attracted an empty property rate charge and it was
considered that it should be demolised.
RESOLVED -
1. That the Policy Finance and General Purposes Sub-Committee
be recommended to approve a capital estimate of £4,000 for demolition
and site clearance.
2. That, subject to approval of part 1, the building be demolished
by the County Engineer.
101. Safety of Sports Grounds Act, 1975
A joint report by the Chief Executive and the County Treasurer referred
to the County Council's powers under the Safety of Sports Grounds Act,
1975 which were part of the Committee's term s of reference. So far as
South Yorkshire was concerned, only the Hillsborough Stadium of the

Sheffield Wednesday Football Club had been designated by the Secretary
of State to date.
The Chief Executive reported that three matters required the Committee's
attention:
1. The form of the General Safety Certificate
2. The fee to be charged to applicants for Certificates
3. Authorisation of Officers to exercise the powers of entry
and inspection specified in the Act.
RESOLVED -
1. That the draft General Safety Certificate now submitted be
approved as the basis for the standard certificate to be used throughout
the County.
2. That approval in principle be given to only a nominal fee being
charged to applicants for General Safety Certificates, and that the officers
report further on the amount.
3. That the Chief Executive for the time being be authorised to issue
formal authorisations to the requisite officers under the Safety of Sports
Grounds Act, 1975, to enable them to exercise the powers of entry and
inspection specified in the Act.
102. Transport
A. Purchase of Staff Cars
A joint report by the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and the
County T reasurer referred to tenders which had been received for the
replacement of staff cars allocated to three Assistant Chief Fire
Officers. ,
RESOLVED -
1. That the Policy Finance and General Purposes Sub-Committea
be recommended to approve a capital estimate of £9,500.
2. That, subject to approval of part 1 above, approval be given to
the acceptance of the tender from Edwards Motors (Doncaster) L td.,
at £9,463.92 for the supply of three Marina saloon cars.

B. Purchase of Portable Fire Pumps
A joint report by the Chief Executive, the Chief Fire Officer and the
County Treasurer referred to minute 129 of 2nd March, 1978 (when
approval had been given to the purchase of 7 water tender appliances
from Hestatr Dennis Limited), and reported that tenders had bean
invited for the supply of Portable Fire Pumps for mourting on the
appliances.
RESOLVED - That approval be given to the acceptance of the tender
from Godiva Fire Pumps L td ., at E ll, 970 for the supply of 7 portable
fire pumps.
103. Consultative and Special Sub-Committee
The report of the Consultative and Special Sub-Committee on 3rd October,
1978 was submitted.
RESOLVED -
1. That the scheme allowing 'residential' and 'non-residential'
officers up to and including the rank of Divisional Officer 1 to use their
own vehicles for official duties and to be reimbursed under the "essential
car user" provisions of the Scheme of Conditions of Service be approved,
subject to the minor amendments now made.
2. That only those Officers who are approaching retirement be
allowed to retain their present County vehicles until either their retirement
or transfer to other duties, and that any problems arising out of
this discretion be referred to the Consultative and Special Sub-Commltee.
3. That the scheme be implemented with effect from 1st April 1979.
4. That officers who will be covered by the scheme be allowed to
apply for car bans from the County Council from the date on which the
scheme is finally approved by the County Council.
5. That this matter be referred to the Policy Finance and General
Purposes Sub-Committee to consider the financial provision.
104. 42 -Hour Week
The Committee considered the latest letter from the National Joint
Council for Local Authorities' Fire Brigades on the implementation of
the 42 - hour week. It was understood that the offer detailed in the
letter had been accepted by the Fir® Brigades Union at a recalled
delegate conference. —

The offer contained an undertaking that the reduced working week would
be implemented by not later than 1st April, 1979, or on such earlier date
as the individual fire authority considered practical.
RESOLVED -
1. That every effort be made to ensure that the agreement reached
in the National Joint Council for Local Authorities' Fire Brigades is
Implemented in the South Yorkshire County Fire Service on 22nd or
30th December, subject to the outcome of discussions between the
Chief Fire Officer and local representatives of the Fire Brigades Union.
2. That the Chairman be authorised to call a special meeting of
this Committee in order to ensure that any necessary decisions are
presented to the County Council for confirmation at its meeting on the
20th December, 1978.
CHAIRMAN

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RESOLVED - That approval be given to the purchase of a compressor for \js

The terms of the Act applied to those Sports Grounds designated by the
Secretary of State. At the present time certain "International Grounds"
and those of clubs in the First and Second Divisions of tlae Football
League had been so designated. In South Yorkshire H illsb orough stadium
had been designated with effect from 1st January, 1979. following
their promotion to the Second Division, Barnsley FootballJglub Ltd. and
Rotherham United Football Club Ltd. had been designated'^^^^e Secretary
of State as requiring to apply to the County Council fog^ggjpynoral Safety
Certificate by 1st January, 1982. J
The Committee reconsidered the Standard General Safety approved
at their meeting on 30th November, 1978 in the light of e^jNei&ence gained
since that time. The Committee hoped that if certain haxi to be
kept closed after games on public safety grounds, raore would be made
to ensure that spectators were aware of the fact before tibeend of the Game.
RESOLVED -
1. -That the standard South Yorkshire General Safety’^ertificate be
amended to read as follows:- : :: ; ' L.k ■
(a) Paragraph 10 • • ...
'vs-'
"The Holder shall ensure that, except where otherwise matfweil o n the plans,
all doors and gates which form an egress route between any§$jpeetatar
accommodation and the public highway, or other open spacegtiutside the stadium,
shall be so secured as to open immediately and easily fromStlie inside and
shall be manned at all times the stadium is being used for a Specified
Activity by at least the number of stewards required by P&rt 4 of this Schedule.
All such doors or gates shall be opened by the stewards responsible and
secured in the fully open position at a time agreed between the Holder and the
Chief Constable and at any other time on evacuation of the stadium or a part
thereof on being ordered to do so by a police officer in uniform or by the
sounding of the alarm".
(b) Paragraph 26
"The Holder shall within months of the date of this certificate and
thereafter not less than once in each period of five years in respect of
new installations (and such lesser period as the Chief Fire Officer may
require in respect of other installations) supply to the Chief Fire Officer
the certificate of an independent Electrical Engineer as to the current
compliance or non-compliance of the electrical installation within the
stadium with Section E of the I.E.E. Regulations or other sections or
Regulations for the time being in force relating to the Electrical Equipment
of Buildings".
2. That the General Safety Certificate granted to the Sheffield
Wednesday Football Club Ltd. on 21st December, 1979, be similarly amended.
37 . Proposed Edlington/Warmsworth Fire Station
A. Planning Permission
RESOLVED - That, in accordance with Regulation 4(1) of the Town and
Country Planning General Regulations, 19 76, the County Council resolve to
seek planning consent for the erection of a fire station on a site in
Edlington Lane, Edlington. *

COUNCIL
SUMMONS

PRESENT:
Item 1
Item 2
Item 3
HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER CO-ORDINATING GROUP
Meeting held on Thursday 20th April, 1989
Messrs M Webster, D Bownes and M Ogle
(Administration and Legal Department)
Mr P O'Neill
(Personnel Department)
Messrs D Purchon and J Rice
(Environment Health and Consumer Services
Department)
Ms S Lanstone and Mr P Dent
(Publicity Department)
Mr K Blount
(Department of Land and Planning)
Mr D Snaith
(Family and Community Services Department)
TERMS OF REFERENCE OF CO-ORDINATING GROUP
It was agreed that the Co-ordinating Group would have
wide terms of reference to provide an up-to-date exchange
of information on matters relating to the Hillsborough
disaster, including media relations, the investigation
situation and deployment, implications for other stadia
within the City, the venue for the Inquiry to be conducted
by Lord Justice Taylor and the liaison with Inquiry
personnel, the briefing of Members and Officers, licensing
documentation, and issues relating to the Inquest on
individual log of information and action taken.
MEDIA RELATIONS
Media relations will form an increasingly important aspect
of the Authority's actions in response to the disaster.
It was agreed that all responses to media enquiries for
information would be drafted in the form of a press release
or statement, and must be cleared by Mark Webster
and David Purchon, prior to release (normally through
the Press Office).
Mr P O'Neill to be the spokesperson on all operational
issues.
Shirley Lanstone to be the spokesperson on issues relating
to the Appeal.
A memorandum to be sent from the Chief Executive's
office to all appropriate officers containing details of
these arrangements.
CURRENT INVESTIGATIONS AND LIAISON WITH
PERSONNEL
Concern was expressed regarding the confusion which
had arisen in connection with the request for a full site
plan of the Hillsborough stadium showing all relevant
details, including barriers, improvements, amendments
etc., as at 15th April 1989.
ACTION
All Members
All Members
Mr P O'Neill

Item 4
Item 5
Item 6
Item 7
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It was recognised that Lord Justice Taylor had now ordered
that all the Council's investigators should withdraw from
the site, but it was still considered essential that the
plan be prepared as soon as possible.
Arrangements to be made for liaison with Inquiry personnel
and West Midlands Police to establish level and nature
of assistance required.
List of bereaved families and occupations to be prepared
for Rod Sewell.
IMPLICATION FOR OTHER STADIA
Inspection has taken place at Bramall Lane Stadium
on 19th April 1989. Perimeter fence to remain, but
safety gates to be removed. Sheffield United to be
informed.
West end terrace at Hillsborough Stadium to remain
closed at least until the end of the season.
Task teams established for Bramall Lane, Hillsborough
and Owlerton Stadia.
David Purchon to be fully informed of the comparisons
between the requirements of the 'Green Code' and the
specification of the new Don Valley Stadium.
VENUE FOR INQUIRY
Possible use of Council Chambers with other rooms as
required, plus office equipment, telephones etc.
MEMBER AND OFFICER BRIEFINGS
All Member and Officer briefings to be carried out by
Mark Webster in consultation with DAvid Purchon, Pat
O'Neill and David Bownes, as appropriate.
All reports to programme committees on this issue to
be submitted first to Policy Committee.
LICENSING DOCUMENTATION
The need was emphasised for a thorough, efficient and
professional presentation of all licensing documentation.
Work on the preparation of this documentation to
commence immediately by David Bownes to include
index with cross references, precis and summaries together
with detailed information and plans. Shirley Lanstone
to advise and assist regarding the presentation of the
documentation package.
Liz Bashforth will be requested to assist with the review
and presentation of all legal work including on-site issues.
Mark Webster to pursue issues relating to the need to
brief Counsel on aspects of the disaster.
ACTION
Mr K Blount
Mr P O'Neill
Mr D Tarton
Mr J Rice
Mr D Purchon
Mr P O'Neill
Mr P Dent
Mr J Rice
Mr K Blount
Ms S Lanstone
Mr P O'Neill
All Members
All Members
Mr D Bownes
Ms S Lanstone
Ms E Bashforth
Mr M Webster

Item 8
Item 9
Item 10
INQUEST
The Coroner's investigations have ceased at present
on the instruction of Lard Justice Taylor and will probably
not resume until after the Inquiry has closed.*
OTHER ISSUES
Local Authority to assist Sheffield Wednesdy Football
Club with cleaning of the Hillsborough gymnasium.
FUTURE MEETINGS
Meetings to be held initially on alternative days
commencing Friday 21st April at 9.00 a.m.
♦Consideration to be given on whether same venue facilities as for
Inquiry should be used.
ACTION
Ms D Gillespie

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2. Matters arising
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HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER
MEETING HELD ON FRIDAY 21 APRIL 1989 AT 8.30 AM
Presents
Mr H M Webster, Mrs E Bashforth, Mr D Bownes, Mr M Ogle
(Administration and Legal Department; Mr P O ’Neill (Chief Safety
Adviser); Mr K Blount and Mr G Levers (Building Surveyors Division);
Mr P Dent (Publicity Department); Hazel Smith (Conference Organiser);
Fran Homewood (Police Liaison Officer); Mr D W Purchon (Director
of Health and Consumer Services).
(1) Minutes of Previous Meeting
The Minutes of the last meeting were agreed.
(2) Matters Arising
Mr Blount indicated that the detailed site plan of the Leppings
Lane end of Sheffield Wednesday was well on the way and it
should be available for the meeting on Monday. Mr Webster
mentioned that the Director of Design and Building Services
had offered model making facilities for the Inquiry and it
was generally felt that this would be a useful move.
Mr Dent said that he was being pressed by "The Sunday Times"
on the Hillsborough issue. Mr Webster said that he also had
had contact with them. It was agreed that it must be said
to the press that this whole issue was a question of priorities.
Mr O'Neill agreed to sort out "The Sunday Times" and explain
the pressures on the Council and that as a Judicial Inquiry
is shortly to begin there is no further comment that can be
made. Mr Dent mentioned that the press refused to accept
this view from the Press Office.
(3) Minute Silence
Mr Dent said that it had apparently now being agreed that
the buses would be stopped in the City Centre at 3.05 tomorrow
afternoon, the traffic signals would be put at red in Barker's
Pool and the Cathedral Bells would be likely to toll at the
same time. Apparently in Nottingham there will be a ceremonial
lowering of flags with the Lord Mayor in attendance. Apparently
the Clubs have been asked by the Football Association to also
organise a minute's silence. It was also mentioned that
Councillor Price had made comments to the press about the
possible effect of Hillsborough on the World Student Games.
(4) Inquiry Venue
There had been a meeting between Bob Whally, Bill Brendan
(both of the Home Office), Chief Superintendent Don Denton,
a representative of the Central Office of Information, Hazel
Smith and Pat O'Neill about the possible venues for the Inquiry.

It was made clear that the Judge was particularly sensitive
that the venue should be of a suitable capacity and there
was an indication that on the provisional start date (28 April)
the Octagon Centre might be used. There were still on-going
discussions between Mr Whally and the Judge. Mr Webster felt
that the Council Chamber was perhaps the "right" venue in
that it was dignified, etc. There is also the possibility
of closed circuit television and it will be necessary for
stewarding to be provided and rooms for Counsel. Mr Webster
also mentioned that it could also be possible to use the Council
Chamber and Members' offices which are all reasonably close
together. The idea being to keep the Conference Room and
the Committee Rooms free for ordinary Council business.
Apparently the estimate for the length of the Inquiry is six
to eight weeks but it could last as long as three months.
Mr Webster said that he would update Members on the situation.
There were also questions about how to charge for the
accommodation, 'phones, etc. Mr Dent said that Canon (a
supplier of photo-copies, etc) may well be prepared to offer
facilities to the Inquiry. It was mentioned that there were
advantages to having the Inquiry in the Town Hall.
Mr O'Neill announced that, with effect from today, he was
full-time employed in relation to the Inquiry. All contact
from the West Midlands Police should go through him.
According to Mr Dent, Mr Ware of the Octagon had announced
to the press last night that he had made arrangements for
the Inquiry to take place at the University. Mr O'Neill said
that he would talk to him.
(5) Letter to Sheffield Onited/Press Release
These copies were available and Mr Dent circulated press
releases to date and an example of the cutting service.
(6) Licensing Documentation
Mrs Bashforth said that the Home Office had been sent copies
of the Safety Certificate Plans. Mr Webster said that
apparently the Home Office has briefed Counsel, possibly because
Hillsborough is regarded as one of the safest stadia in the
country and there may possibly be criticism of the Green Guide.
Mrs Bashforth went on to say that the Head of Department's
room would be used as secure accommodation for the storage
of documents, etc. She said that she was preparing an annatated
Safety of Sports Ground Act and that a memorandum to Chief
Officers had been prepared, indicating that they would not
release information unless it was publicly accessible. If
the release of information was appropriate in given
circumstances, records must be made of the disclosures and
sent to this Department. At this point Mr Webster, Frances
Homewood and Mr Blount left the meeting (at 9.00 am). Mr
Purchon arrived shortly afterwards. There was some discussion
about the release of planning information and, as explained
by Mr Levers, that planning applications are public but not
building regulation applications. Apparently there was some
problem in the Land and Planning Department yesterday and
staff are now instructed to, if at all possible, take notes

of the person requiring the information. Mr Purchon said
it would be right to err on the side of caution in the release
of information area. Mrs Bashforth said that there was a
danger that if the information was insufficient or incomplete
the press would probably draw the wrong conclusions and Mr
Dent agreed with this. Building regulation applications can
only be shown to another person with the consent of the
Architect (presumably who drew them). Mr Levers said that
a lot of people had been in the Department earlier this week.
New Developments
Mr Bownes mentioned that Sheffield United would be playing
at Bramall Lane on 25 April (Mansfield), 1 May (Aldershot)
and 6 May (Swansea). Mr Dent mentioned at this point that
he had people asking him how they would give evidence to the
Inquiry. Mr O'Neill confirmed that there will be a press
statement issued shortly with a 'phone number.
Mr Purchon asked "what happens if the police do not come up
with the Operational Plan which they promised at the meeting
on 19 April". Mr Bownes said that Mr Broomhead had promised
to let him have copies of it today. Mr Purchon asked if we
should check that the plan was satisfactory. Mrs Bashforth
explained that crowd control, policing, etc, was really the
prerogative of the Police and that the Council would be hard
pressed to criticise the police plan unless they had particular
expertise in that area. Mr Purchon mentioned that the most
useful question that can be asked on the plans is "What if?".
Mr Purchon mentioned that the plans were important and that
he needed them for Sheffield United, Sheffield Wednesday and
Owlerton.
Mr Levers mentioned the safety work at Sheffield Wednesday
which apparently involved protective works. It was agreed
that this was a separate issue.
Mr Sewell joined the meeting for a short time at this point
and mentioned that Liverpool City Council’s Solicitors’ Office
had offered local statement taking facilities in Liverpool
for fans. There is the question as to whether the investigating
police officers knew about this and the Judge. Mr Sewell
said that he did not think that the decision had yet been
made. Apparently the Fire Service has been promised nine
hours of BBC videos and Mr Purchon wondered if the Council
could have access to the same facilities. He mentioned again
the plans required for Sheffield United.
Mr Purchon said that he had been contacted by the Casualty
Consultants at the Northern General and the Hallamshire, who
indicated that lessons on First Aid and medical facilities
could be learned from a disaster. They specifically mentioned
"Disaster Packs" and had asked for a meeting on this subject.
It was agreed that use should be made of the advice of the
professional staff. Mr Purchon wondered whether it was worth
the Council having Disaster Packs and the Peacetime Emergency
Plan was mentioned. Mrs Bashforth said it would be useful

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to receive the advice but the Council could not really discuss
the arrangements actually at Hillsborough on Saturday, obviously
owing to the on-going Inquiry.
The question of a visit to United, prior to the match tomorrow,
was discussed. It was agreed that there should be a meeting
in the Administration and Legal Department office at 3.30
pm today to look at the police operational plan and then to
visit the stadium. Mr Purchon mentioned that the ground should
be told of the visit and to ensure that spot welding of the
perimeter fencing should take place, as and where required,
before the visit.
(8) Date and Time of Next Meeting
The next meeting will be held on Monday 24 April at 9.00 am
in the Head of Department's office.
21 April 1989
GW

HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER
MEETING HELD ON FRIDAY 21 APRIL 1989 AT 8.30 AM
Present:
Mr H M Webster, Mrs E Bashforth, Mr D Bownes, Mr M Ogle
(Administration and Legal Department; Mr P O'Neill (Chief Safety
Adviser); Mr K Blount and Mr G Levers (Building Surveyors Division);
Mr P Dent (Publicity Department); Hazel Smith (Conference Organiser);
Fran Homewood (Police Liaison Officer); Mr D W Purchon (Director
of Health and Consumer Services).
(1) Minutes of Previous Meeting
The Minutes of the last meeting were agreed.
(2) Matters Arising
Mr Blount indicated that the detailed site plan of the Leppings
Lane end of Sheffield Wednesday was well on the way and it
should be available for the meeting on Monday. Mr Webster
mentioned that the Director of Design and Building Services
had offered model making facilities for the Inquiry and it
was generally felt that this would be a useful move.
Mr Dent said that he was being pressed by "The Sunday Times"
on the Hillsborough issue. Mr Webster said that he also had
had contact with them. It was agreed that it must be said
to the press that this whole issue was a question of priorities.
Mr O'Neill agreed to sort out "The Sunday Times" and explain
the pressures on the Council and that as a Judicial Inquiry
is shortly to begin there is no further comment that can be
made. Mr Dent mentioned that the press refused to accept
this view from the Press Office.
(3) Minute Silence
Mr Dent said that it had apparently now being agreed that
the buses would be stopped in the City Centre at 3.05 tomorrow
afternoon, the traffic signals would be put at red in Barker's
Pool and the Cathedral Bells would be likely to toll at the
same time. Apparently in Nottingham there will be a ceremonial
lowering of flags with the Lord Mayor in attendance. Apparently
the Clubs have been asked by the Football Association to also
organise a minute's silence. It was also mentioned that
Councillor Price had made comments to the press about the
possible effect of Hillsborough on the World Student Games.
(4) Inquiry Venue
There had been a meeting between Bob Whally, Bill Brendan
(both of the Home Office), Chief Superintendent Don Denton,
a representative of the Central Office of Information, Hazel
Smith and Pat O'Neill about the possible venues for the Inquiry.

It was made clear that the Judge was particularly sensitive
that the venue should be of a suitable capacity and there
was an indication that on the provisional start date (28 April)
the Octagon Centre might be used. There were still on-going
discussions between Mr Whally and the Judge. Mr Webster felt
that the Council Chamber was perhaps the "right" venue in
that it was dignified, etc. There is also the possibility
of closed circuit television and it will be necessary for
stewarding to be provided and rooms for Counsel. Mr Webster
also mentioned that it could also be possible to use the Council
Chamber and Members' offices which are all reasonably close
together. The idea being to keep the Conference Room and
the Committee Rooms free for ordinary Council business.
Apparently the estimate for the length of the Inquiry is six
to eight weeks but it could last as long as three months.
Mr Webster said that he would update Members on the situation.
There were also questions about how to charge for the
accommodation, 'phones, etc. Mr Dent said that Canon (a
supplier of photo-copies, etc) may well be prepared to offer
facilities to the Inquiry. It was mentioned that there were
advantages to having the Inquiry in the Town Hall.
Mr O ’Neill announced that, with effect from today, he was
full-time employed in relation to the Inquiry. All contact
from the West Midlands Police should go through him.
According to Mr Dent, Mr Ware of the Octagon had announced
to the press last night that he had made arrangements for
the Inquiry to take place at the University. Mr O'Neill said
that he would talk to him.
(5) Letter to Sheffield United/Press Release
These copies were available and Mr Dent circulated press
releases to date and an example of the cutting service.
(6) Licensing Documentation
Mrs Bashforth said that the Home Office had been sent copies
of the Safety Certificate Plans. Mr Webster said that
apparently the Home Office has briefed Counsel, possibly because
Hillsborough is regarded as one of the safest stadia in the
country and there may possibly be criticism of the Green Guide.
Mrs Bashforth went on to say that the Head of Department’s
room would be used as secure accommodation for the storage
. / O
of documents, etc. She said that she was preparing an annotated
Safety of Sports Ground Act and that a memorandum to Chief
'
i
Officers had been prepared, indicating that they 4j$t>uld not
' ‘ release information unless it was publicly accessible. If
the release of information was appropriate in given
circumstances, records must be made of the disclosures and
sent to this Department. At this point Mr Webster, Frances
Homewood and Mr Blount left the meeting (at 9.00 am). Mr
Purchon arrived shortly afterwards. There was some discussion
about the release of planning information and, as explained
by Mr Levers, that planning applications are public but not
building regulation applications. Apparently there was some
problem in the Land and Planning Department yesterday and
staff are now instructed to, if at all possible, take notes
of the person requiring the information. Mr Purchon said

it would be right to err on the side of caution in the release
of information area. Mrs Bashforth said that there was a
danger that if the information was insufficient or incomplete
the press would probably draw the wrong conclusions and Mr
Dent agreed with this. Building regulation applications can
only be shown to another person with the consent of the
Architect (presumably who drew them). Mr Levers said that
a lot of people had been in the Department earlier this week.
Mew Developments
Mr Bownes mentioned that Sheffield United would be playing
at Bramall Lane on 25 April (Mansfield), 1 May (Aldershot)
and 6 May (Swansea). Mr Dent mentioned at this point that
he had people asking him how they would give evidence to the
Inquiry. Mr O'Neill confirmed that there will be a press
statement issued shortly with a 'phone number.
Mr Purchon asked "what happens if the police do not come up
with the Operational Plan which they promised at the meeting
on 19 April". Mr Bownes said that Mr Broomhead had promised
to let him have copies of it today. Mr Purchon asked if we
should check that the plan was satisfactory. Mrs Bashforth
explained that crowd control, policing, etc, was really the
prerogative of the Police and that the Council would be hard
pressed to criticise the police plan unless they had particular
expertise in that area. Mr Purchon mentioned that the most
useful question that can be asked on the plans is "What if?".
Mr Purchon mentioned that the plans were important and that
he needed them for Sheffield United, Sheffield Wednesday and
Owlerton.
Mr Levers mentioned the safety work at Sheffield Wednesday
which apparently involved protective works. It was agreed
that this was a separate issue.
Mr Sewell joined the meeting for a short time at this point
and mentioned that Liverpool City Council's Solicitors' Office
had offered local statement taking facilities in Liverpool
for fans. There is the question as to whether the investigating
police officers knew about this and the Judge. Mr Sewell
said that he did not think that the decision had yet been
made. Apparently the Fire Service has been promised nine
hours of BBC videos and Mr Purchon wondered if the Council
could have access to the same facilities. He mentioned again
the plans required for Sheffield United.
Mr Purchon said that he had been contacted by the Casualty
Consultants at the Northern General and the Hallamshire, who
indicated that lessons on First Aid and medical facilities
could be learned from a disaster. They specifically mentioned
"Disaster Packs" and had asked for a meeting on this subject.
It was agreed that use should be made of the advice of the
professional staff. Mr Purchon wondered whether it was worth
the Council having Disaster Packs and the Peacetime Emergency
Plan was mentioned. Mrs Bashforth said it would be useful
to receive the advice but the Council could not really discuss
the arrangements actually at Hillsborough on Saturday, obviously
owing to the on-going Inquiry.

The question of a visit to United, prior to the match tomorrow,
was discussed. It was agreed that there should be a meeting
in the Administration and Legal Department office at 3.30
pm today to look at the police operational plan and then to
visit the stadium. Mr Purchon mentioned that the ground should
be told of the visit and to ensure that spot welding of the
perimeter fencing should take place, as and where required,
before the visit.
(8) Date and Time of Next Meeting
The next meeting will be held on Monday 24 April at 9.00 am
in the Head of Department's office.
21 April 1989
GW

HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER
MEETING HELD ON FRIDAY 21 APRIL 1989 AT 8.30 AM
Present;
Mr H M Webster, Mrs E Bashforth, Mr D Bownes, Mr M Ogle
(Administration and Legal Department; Mr P O'Neill (Chief Safety
Adviser); Mr K Blount and Mr G Levers (Building Surveyors Division);
Mr P Dent (Publicity Department); Hazel Smith (Conference Organiser);
Fran Homewood (Police Liaison Officer); Mr D W Purchon (Director
of Health and Consumer Services).
(1) Minutes of Previous Meeting
The Minutes of the last meeting were agreed.
(2) Matters Arising
It was noted that the detailed site plan of the Hillsborough
Stadium would be available for the meeting on Monday. The
Director of Design and Building Services has offered model
making facilities for the Inquiry.
Reference was made to the pressure which was being exerted
by the Press. The Group re-iterated the view that as a Judicial
Inquiry was shortly to begin no further comment should be
made at this time.
(3) Minute Silence
It is intended that the buses will be stopped in the City
Centre at 3.05 tomorrow afternoon, the traffic signals be
put at red in Barker's Pool and the Cathedral Bells would
be likely to toll at the same time. Appropriate arrangements
will also be held in Nottingham and Liverpool and at soccer
matches.
(4) Inquiry Venue
Following meetings with Home Office representatives regarding
the venue for the Inquiry a provisional start date of 28 April
was suggested and it was confirmed during the course of the
meeting that the venue would be the Town Hall. The Group
considered the possibility of closed circuit television and
the necessity for stewarding to be provided and rooms for
Counsel. The official estimate for the length of the Inquiry
was six to eight weeks but it was possible that it would last
considerably longer. Many outstanding questions remained,
including how to charge for the accommodation, 'phones, etc.
Mr Dent was requested to investigate any offer of facilities
for the Inquiry.
Mr O'Neill announced that, with effect from today, he was
full-time employed in relation to the Inquiry. All contact
from the West Midlands Police should go through him.

(5) Letter to Sheffield United/Press Release
These copies were available and Mr Dent circulated press
releases to date and an example of the cutting service.
(6) Licensing Documentation
Mrs Bashforth said that the Home Office had been sent copies
of the Safety Certificate Plans. The Home Office has briefed
Counsel, possibly because Hillsborough is regarded as one
of the safest stadia in the country.
Mrs E Bashforth also stated that she was preparing an annotated
Safety of Sports Ground Act and that a memorandum to Chief
Officers had been prepared, indicating that they would not
release information unless it was publicly accessible. If
the release of information was appropriate in given
circumstances, records must be made of the disclosures and
sent to this Department. There was some discussion about
the release of planning information and Mr Levers explained
that planning applications are public but building regulation
applications are not. Following problems in the Land and
Planning Department yesterday staff are now instructed to
take notes of the person requiring the information. It was
agreed it would be right to err on the side of caution in
the release of information area. It was pointed out that
building regulation applications can only be shown to another
person with the consent of the Architect.
(7) New Developments
Mr Bownes mentioned that Sheffield United would be playing
at Bramall Lane on 25 April (Mansfield), 1 May (Aldershot)
and 6 May (Swansea). It was agreed that a further meeting
be held at 3.30 pm today to consider issues relating to the
Bramall Lane Stadium.
Mr Purchon questioned the position if the police do not make
available the Operational Plan today as promised. Mr Purchon
was of the opinion that we should check that the plan was
satisfactory. Mrs Bashforth explained that crowd control,
policing, etc, was really the prerogative of the Police and
that the Council would be hard pressed to criticise the police
plan unless they had particular expertise in that area. Mr
Purchon emphasised that the plans were required for Sheffield
United, Sheffield Wednesday and Owlerton stadia.
Mr Sewell reported that Liverpool City Council's Solicitors'
Office had offered local statement taking facilities in
Liverpool for fans but it was not known whether Lord Justice
Taylor and the investigating police officers knew about this
offer. It was stated that the Fire Service has been promised
nine hours of BBC videos and Mr Purchon queried whether the
Council could have access to the same facilities.
Mr Purchon said that he had been contacted by the Casualty
Consultants at the Northern General and the Hallamshire, who
indicated that lessons on First Aid and medical facilities
could be learned from a disaster. They specifically mentioned

"Disaster Packs" and had asked for a meeting on this subject.
Mr Purchon wondered whether it was worth the Council having
Disaster Packs and the Peacetime Emergency Plan was mentioned.
Mrs Bashforth said it would be useful to receive the advice
but the Council could not discuss the arrangements actually
at Hillsborough on Saturday or arrangements at any other ground,
obviously owing to the on-going Inquiry.
(8) Date and Time of Next Meeting
The next meeting will be held on Monday 24 April at 9.00 am
in the Head of Department's office.
21 April 1989
GW

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CO-ORDINATING GROUP MEETING
To be held at 9.00 a.m. Monday, 24th April, 1989
A G E N D A
1. Minutes of meeting held on 21st April
2. Matters Arising
3. Inquiry update: Venue arrangements
4_ Operational Matters - Bramall Lane
5. Licensing documentation
6. New Developments
7. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
8. Date and Time of Next Meeting
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HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER CO-ORDINATING GROUP
Meeting held 24 April 1989
Present: Messrs M Webster, D Bownes, B Creasey and M Ogle, Ms
E Bashforth and Ms F Homewood (Administration and Legal
Department); Mr P O'Neill (Personnel Department); Mr
P Dent and Ms H Smith (Publicity Department); Mr D
Purchon (Health and Consumer Services) and Messrs G
Levers and K Blount (Department of Land and Planning)
(1) Inquiry Arrangements
It was confirmed that the Inquiry by Lord Justice Taylor would
commence on Friday 28 April in the Town Hall. It is thought,
however, that the Inquiry will not begin the hearing of evidence
from witnesses for several weeks.
B a s h fo ffK
ACTION
The Inquiry will occupy accommodation in the Reception Rooms, Mr P O'Neil
the Council Chamber, Committee Rooms Nos 1 to 4, and the Ante
Room. Up to 30 telephone lines are to be provided in Committee
Room No 2 with a secure telephone line and FAX machine to
be provided for Lord Justice Taylor in the Ante Room. Further
consideration to be given regarding the layout of the Council
Chamber and the provision of closed circuit television. Mr
C Smedley (Department of Land and Planning) has been identified
as the contact officer within his Department on issues relating
to accommodation.
(2) Operational Issues
Bramall Lane Stadium
David Purchon identified several areas which require further
investigation following his visit to the Bramall Lane Stadium
at the weekend. These issues to be taken into account during
the formal inspection of the Stadium. It was also agreed Mr D Bownes
that a letter be sent to Sheffield United to obtain feedback
on the arrangements for the removal of the gates in the
perimeter fencing at the Stadium.
Owlerton Stadium
David Purchon identified areas of concern at the Owlerton
Stadium which must be considered during a formal inspection Hr D Bownes
in the near future.
It was stressed that the inspection arrangements in respect
of stadia in the City must be undertaken on a thoroughly
professional but low-key basis.

Hillsborough Stadium
It was stated that the first priority as respects the inspection
of stadia, must be the arrangements for the football match
at Hillsborough Stadium between Sheffield Wednesday and West
Ham United on Saturday 29 April.
It was agreed that Pat O'Neill would make preliminary contact
with South Yorkshire Police to clarify whether the match would
proceed and, on the receipt of confirmation of the event being Mr P O'Neil!!.
held, a meeting be arranged as soon as possible with all
interested parties at the Stadium on Tuesday 25 April to agree
the detailed arrangements for the match.
(3) Licensing Documentation
It was reported that the licensing documentation file in respect
of the Hillsborough Stadium would be ready by tomorrow.
It was agreed that similar files be established for the other Mr D Bownes
stadia in the City.
(4) New Developments/Other Issues
(a) Pat O'Neill to contact the Fire Service regarding access Mr P O ’Neill
to any videos of the incident which are made available
by the BBC.
(b) The Municipal Mutual Insurance Company have appointed
Keeble, Hawson (Solicitors) to act on their behalf
in respect of the incident.
The Group was given a clear instruction that they must All Members
not, in any circumstances, discuss the nature of the
events relating to the incident with any person outside
the Group without first obtaining clearance through
the Acting Head of Administration and Legal Department.
(c) The Group were requested to supply Liz Bashforth with All Members
the names of all officers, both past and present, who
had been involved with matters relating to the Safety
of Sports Grounds Act since the designation of the
Stadia in the City.
(5) Future Meetings
It was agreed that future meetings of this Co-ordinating Group
be held on alternate days, at 8.30 am in the Head of
Administration and Legal Department's office, commencing on
Wednesday 26 April.
24 April 1989
GW

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HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER
Co-ordinating Meeting
To be held at 8.30 an, Wednesday 26 April 1989
Head of Administration and Legal Department's Office
(1) Minutes from meeting held on 24 April 1989
(2) Matters Arising
(3) Inspection Arrangements - SUFC and Owlerton
(4) Inquiry Update
(5) Licensing Documentation
(6) New Developments
(7) Press Statements
(8) Any Other Business
(9) Date of Next Meeting
GW

HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER CO-ORDINATING GROUP
Meeting held on Wednesday 26 April 1989
Present: Messrs M Webster, D Bownes, M Ogle, Ms E Bashforth
and Ms F Homewood (Administration and Legal Department);
Mr D Purchon (Environmental Health and Consumer
Services); Mr P O'Neill (Personnel Department); Mr
N Ralph (Family and Community Services Department);
Mr K Blount (Department of Land and Planning); Mr
P Dent and Ms H Smith (Publicity Department).
(1) MINUTES
The Minutes of the meeting of the Group held on 24th April
were received with the comment that, regarding the Bramall
Lane Stadium, the letter requesting feedback on the decision
to remove the gates in the perimeter fence was to be sent
to the South Yorkshire Police and not to Sheffield United
FC.
(2) PRESS STATEMENTS
It was reported that following meetings with the South
Yorkshire Police, it had been agreed that, in view of the
current situation at Hillsborough, the home matches with
West Ham United on Saturday 29 April and Bordeaux on Tuesday
2 May were to be cancelled. This decision had already been
report in the press. It was pointed out that the decision
did not necessarily apply to reserve matches where much
smaller crowds were expected.
Details were also reported of the arrangements for the removal
and disposal of wreaths and tributes at the Stadium.
(3) INSPECTION ARRANGEMENTS
Bramall Lane Stadium
Inspection of the Bramall Lane Stadium will take place on
Thursday 27 April. Arrangements are to be made for all
the Council's Officers involved to attend at the Stadium
at the same time and such Officers should liaise after their
inspections to ensure that a composite list of work required
is prepared for submission to the Club. Individual
Officers/departments should refrain from conducting separate
negotiations with the Club.
Officers were requested to inform David Bownes of the names
of those persons who should be designated "Authorised
Officers" in this matter.
ACTION
All Members
Mr D Bownes

Owlerton Stadium
The inspection of Owlerton Stadium will take place on Thursday
4 May. David Bownes was requested to clarify the current Mr D Bownes
position regarding the lease of the Stadium.
INQUIRY UPDATE
It was confirmed that the Inquiry would commence on Friday
28 April at 11.00 am. It was not yet known when the Inquiry
would begin the hearing of evidence but it was hoped that
the Town Hall accommodation would remain available for normal
meetings (except on Friday 28 April) until the end of May.
It was pointed out that the Conference Room was not required
for the Inquiry.
Consideration was given to the question of the free 'phone
line for persons wishing to comment on the events at
Hillsborough. Attention was also drawn to the "hot line"
installed by the Family and Community Services Department
to provide counselling and advice to persons distressed
by the disaster.
It was agreed that details of the two telephone numbers
should be given publicity but that the two telephone lines
and their respective purposes should remain clearly separate
and independent from each other. Attention was drawn to
the importance of telephone enquirers being correctly advised
as to which line/service they required and Phil Dent was Mr P Dent
required to investigate how this might best be arranged.
LICENSING DOCUMENTATION
It was reported that the preparation of the licensing
documentation was progressing smoothly and would be completed
shortly.
A plan of the Hillsborough Stadium as at 15 April would
be completed today and numbered copies would be made
available. It was agreed that a copy of the plan be forwarded Mr P O'Neill
to the Home Office, and that they be reminded that the Council
was preparing a scale model of the Stadium which could be
used at the Inquiry if required.
NEW DEVELOPMENTS/OTHER ISSUES
(i) The Fire Service have confirmed that the BBC have
offered to make available video tapes of the disaster
and Pat O'Neill was requested to clarify whether the
Council will be granted access to view the tapes.
(ii) Family and Community Services Department to liaise
with Jean Raper (Occupational Health) regarding the
provision of counselling/care services for bereaved
families who may attend the Inquiry.
Mr P O'Neill
Mr N Ralph/
Mr J Pilling
and
Mrs J Raper

(iii) ID cards to be prepared for those officers with Mr P O'Neill
responsibilities relating to the Inquiry. and Mir P Dent
(iv) Memoranda are to be issued (A) instructing all non-
essential personnel to avoid, wherever possible, the
area of the Reception Rooms, Council Chamber and Mr M Webster
Committee Rooms for the duration of the Inquiry and
(B) notifying Chief Officers of the need for
departmental meeting rooms to be made available for
meetings of the Council's committees/sub-committees
during the period of the Inquiry.
(v) Mr P O'Neill to clarify with the Home Office the Mr P O'Neill
financial arrangements for the Inquiry.
(vi) It was reported that details of the St John's Ambulance
Service provision at the Hillsborough Stadium on 15
April had been published in "The Star" on 25 April.
(vii) The Memorial Service at Liverpool will be attended
by a civic delegation from Sheffield, together with
representatives from Bochum in West Germany.
(7) NEXT MEETING
The next meeting of the Group will be held in the Head of
Administration and Legal Department's office at 8.30 am
on Friday 28 april.
26 April 1989
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HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER
Co-ordinating Meeting
To be held at 8.30 a.m. Friday 28 April 1989
Head of Administration and Legal Department's Office
Minutes from meeting held on 24 April 1989
Matters arising
Inspection Arrangements - (i) SUFC Inspection
(ii) SWFC Latest Position
Inquiry update
Licensing Documentation
New Developments
Press Statements
Any other business
Date of next meeting

HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER CO-ORDINATING GROUP
Meeting held 28th April 1989
PRESENT: Messrs M Webster, D Bownes, B Creasey, M Ogle and Mrs E
Bashforth (Administration and Legal Department)
Mr D Purchon (Environmental Health and Consumer Services)
Mr P Dent and Ms H Smith (Publicity Department)
Mr P O'Neill (Personnel Department)
Mr K Blount (Department of Land and Planning)
Messrs J Pilling and D Perks (Family and Community Services
Department)
Item 1 MINUTES ACTION
The minutes of the meeting of the Group held on 26th
April were received and arising therefrom the Group
noted:-
(a) that arrangements were in hand to provide any
necessary counselling for bereaved families who
may attend the Inquiry;
(b) negotiations were currently proceeding regarding
the period of the lease to be granted at the Owlerton
Stadium; and
(c) the West Midlands Police had indicated that they
would prepare their own plans in respect of the
Hillsborough Stadium, but would be pleased to
make use of the Council's model of the Stadium.
Item 2 INSPECTION A R R A N G E M E N T S
Bramall Lane Stadium
The Group were informed of matters which had arisen
during the inspection of the Bramall Lane Stadium on
27th April 1989. It was agreed that a letter would be
sent to Sheffield United Football Club setting out clearly
the City Council's position in relation to future action
in the circumstances. Mr M Webster/
Mr D Bownes
Hillsborough Stadium
It was reported that, with the exception of the West
end terrace, it might well be possible to re-open the
Hillsborough Stadium to the public in time for the match
with Norwich City Football Club on 9th May, providing
that the prescribed safety work had been carried out
to the satisfaction of the City Council.
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Item 3
Item 4
Item 5
Item 6
INQUIRY UPD A TE
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It was understood that the Inquiry would commence the
hearing of evidence on 15th May 1989, although this
date had yet to be officially confirmed.
Regarding the allocation of Committee Rooms, it was
reported that the Treasury solicitors had been allocated
Committee Room No 1 whilst the press would be in
Committee Room No 2. Committee Room No 4 was
now to be made available for the Inquiry Secretariat.
It was considered necessary to clarify the position
regarding the possible clash with the arrangements for
the Annual meeting of the City Council on 17th May,
as soon as possible.
It was also agreed to pursue as a matter of urgency,
the receipt of a 'Letter of Authorisation' from the Home
Office.
LICENSING DOCUMENTATION
The Group were informed that the West Midlands Police
had requested receipt of the files relating to the issue
by 4.00 p.m. today. It was anticipated that the Police
investigation would not only look into the facts of the
case, but would attempt to examine attitudes towards
safety at sports grounds and individual Departments
may be requested to provide information.
NEW DEVELOPMENTS
(a) Liverpool Council have requested permission to
bring another delegation to Sheffield for a briefing
and to visit the Hillsborough Stadium. This request
was viewed with some caution by the Group at
the present time.
(b) Following discussions between Mr D Purchon and
Consultants from the Sheffield Health Authority,
the Consultants are to provide the City Council
with information on 'disaster packs' which may
be of use in potential emergency situations.
(c) No decision to be taken at present regarding the
venue for the resumed Inquest although the Memorial
Hall was considered a possible venue.
DATE OF NEXT MEETING
The next meeting of the Group will be held in the Head
of Administration and Legal Department's office at 8.30
a.m. on Wednesday 3rd May 1989.
ACTION
Mr P O'Neill
Mr P O'Neill

The Group expressed considerable concern at the
circumstances outlined and it was agreed thats-
(a) the Works Department should not undertake any
safety or remedial repair work at the stadium
in view of the Council's role as Licensing Mr M Webster
Authority for the Stadium, and the Director Mr K Blount
of Works be advised forthwith?
(b) the Club be informed that the provision of
the required safety work remains the
responsibility of the Club and their appointed
private contractors?
(c) arrangements be made to contact the West Midlands
Police over the next 24 hours to clarify the
circumstances under which football may resume
at the Stadium so far as they are concerned?
(d) arrangements be made over the next 24 hours
to identify any outstanding safety issues at
the Stadium and the time-scale for the remedial
work required; and
(e) a further inspection of the ground be carried
out on completion of the required safety work.
NEXT MEETING
It was agreed that the next meeting of the Group
be held in the Head of Administration and Legal
Department's office at 8.30 am on Wednesday 10 May
1989.
Mr M Webster,
Mr R Sewell a:
Mr D Bownes
Mr M Webster
Mr K Blount
Mr D Bownes

HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER CO-ORDINATING GROUP
Meeting held 3 May 1989
Presents Messrs M Webster, D Bownes, M Ogle and R Sewell
(Administration and Legal Department); Mr K
Blount (Department of Land and Planning); Mr
D Perks (Family and Community Services
Department); Mr D Purchon (Health and Consumer
Services) and Mr P O'Neill (Personnel Department)
(1) MINUTES
The Minutes of the meeting of the Group held on 28
April were received and arising therefrom the Group
noted:-
(a) the arrangements which had been made for the
Inquiry to begin hearing evidence on 15 May
in the Council Chamber; and
(b) the problems which these arrangements presented
regarding the venue for the Annual Meeting
of the City Council on 17 May.
(2) INSPECTION ARRANGEMENTS
Bramall Lane Stadium
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ACTION
The Group were notified of correspondence which had
been received from Sheffield United FC following
the inspection of the Bramall Lane Stadium.
Consideration was given to the terms of a measured
response to the points raised in the correspondence Mr M Webster and
which would form the basis of a reply to be submitted Mr D Bownes
to Sheffield United within the next 24 hours.
Hillsborough Stadium
The Group was informed that the West Midlands Police
had notified Sheffield Wednesday FC that they had
no objection to the resumption of football at the
Hillsborough Stadium on the understanding that the
West End Terrace remained closed and certain
unspecified safety measures were carried out. This
notification had not been conveyed directly to the
Local Authority although the Club were now looking
to make arrangements to hold the match with West
Ham United on 9 May. Furthermore, the Club had also
requested the Works Department to undertake the
necessary remedial work on their behalf in view of
the shortage of time available.

Presents
( 1 )
( 2 )
HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER CO-ORDINATING GROUP
MINUTES
Meeting held on Wednesday 10 May 1989
Messrs M Webster, D Bownes and M Ogle and Ms
F Homewood (Administration and Legal Department);
Mr D Purchon (Health and Consumer Services);
Mr D Perks (Family and Community Services);
Mr P O'Neill (Personnel Department); Mr P Dent
and Ms H Smith (Publicity Department); and
Messrs G Levers and K Blount (Department of
Land and Planning)
The Minutes of the meeting of the Group held on 3
May 1989 were received and noted.
INSPECTION ARRANGEMENTS
Bramall Lane Stadium
The Group noted the current position and the
developments which were taking place in connection
with the inspection of the Bramall Lane Stadium.
Hillsborough Stadium
ACTION
The Group noted the arrangements which had been made
to enable 'First Division' football matches to resume
at the Hillsborough Stadium on 9 May. It was stated
that a charge would be made in respect of certain Mr G Levers
work carried out by the Authority in this matter.
Attention was also drawn to recent speculation within
the press regarding potential problems which might
arise on Saturday 13 May due to the anticipated influx
of many fans from Middlesborough, without tickets
for the match.
It was agreed to enquire what arrangements the South Mr P O'Neill
Yorkshire Police were making to deal with this problem.
INQUIRY UPDATE
It was reported that Lord Justice Taylor had extended
his thanks to the City Council for their co-operation
and assistance in the arrangements for the Inquiry
to commence on 15 May.

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Widespread press coverage was anticipated, particularly
during the first few days of the Inquiry although
it might well be possible to release certain elements
of the accommodation 'earmarked' for the Inquiry,
including a part of the Reception Suite, if and when
the level of demand becomes clear.
It was also reported that the Coroner had expressed
the desire for similar arrangements to be provided
for the resumed Inquest. This was viewed with some
caution by the Group at the present time, pending
clarification of the implications, particularly with
regard to finance and accommodation.
(4) FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS OF INQUIRY
It was reported that the Home Office had agreed to
meet all reasonable costs arising from the Inquiry
by Lord Justice Taylor.
As costs were being incurred by a number of departments
throughout the Authority, both in respect of the
Inquiry and the wider implications arising from the
disaster, it was agreed that an approach be made
to the City Treasury to establish a structure to Mr M Ogle
collect and evaluate all the financial data and cost
implications to the Authority, with a view to the
preparation of an appropriate submission to the Home
Office and, if necessary, a report to the Policy
Committee in due course.
With this in mind, officers were reminded of the
need to record details of any action taken and costs All Members
incurred in connection with the disaster.
(5) LICENSING DOCUMENTATION
It was reported that a meeting would be held this
day with Counsel to consider the Authority's position
as respects the Inquiry. It was suggested that,
if possible, the Authority should aim to put forward
positive recommendations to the Inquiry. Attention
was also drawn to the rigid nature of the Authority's
I powers in the area of safety/licensing and it was
| considered that a greater degree of flexibility might
f well be recommended as a way forward,
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I (6) REPORTS TO POLICY COMMITTEE
The Group were reminded of the need for all reports
relating to aspects of the Hillsborough Disaster
to be submitted to the Policy Committee via Mr M
Webster. It was stated that a formal report on the
disaster would be prepared by Mr D Purchon for Mr D Purchon
submission to the Committee as soon as possible.

Discussions were to be held with the Leader and/or Mr M Webster
Deputy Leader to obtain their views on the method
of dealing with the financial/staffing issues arising
from the disaster.
(7) OTHER ISSUES
It was noted that, at the request of the West Midlands
Police, a copy of the Council's Scheme for Major
Peacetime Emergencies had been forwarded to their
Inquiry Team. Interest had also been shown regarding
the actions taken by the Council immediately following
the disaster, although no request for a formal report
on this action had yet been received.
(8) FUTURE MEETINGS
10 May 1989
GW
It was agreed that future meetings of the Working
Group be held on an ad-hoc basis as and when required.

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(3,

Dear Sir,
Safety of Sports Grounds Act, 1975 '
Following approval by the County Council and clarification of certain
structural aspects of the South Stand construction, I am now able to formally
issue the attached General Safety Certificate in respect of the Hillsborough
Stadium.
As previously mentioned to you, the fee payable has yet to be determined by
the County Council and I will, of course, contact you further on this point
as soon as possible.
I would particularly draw your attention to the following paragraphs of
Schedule 2 of the Certificate:- '■■ ■,
^ '!) ~ the existing First Aid facilities are accepted on an interim basis
only pending the erection of purpose-built facilities in the 1980
close season;
12(1) - the arrangements for Emergency Lighting in the South Stand (as set
out in the letter from Messrs. Eastwood & Partners to the South
- Yorkshire County Fire Service dated 12th December, 1979) are
regarded as acceptable only for the duration of the existing :
Battery life; •
14 - the existing Police facilities are accepted on an interim basis only
pending the erection of purpose-built facilities in the 1980 close
season;
30 - use of the Stadium in excessively high wind conditions
and
- use of the Stadium in excessively high snowfall conditions.
Perhaps you would also treat this letter as the formal notice of issue requir id
by Paragraph 7 of the Safety of Sports Grounds Regulations 1976.
Mr. E. England, /S hould yon hnvr,-____
S ; . V P i l V ,
Shot'£.ioh.i \v:>dneruay ^ o o t l x i l l C lu b Ltd.,
H i l l s b o r o u g h ,
Sheffield,
South Yorkshire.
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. ?; Should you have any queries on the Certificate, Mr. D. Vaughan of nxy st-att- .
will be happy to discuss them with you.
. .
Finally,.1 would like ......
appreciation of the co-operation and goodwill which the Club ;.ina rcsv. consulcd ils
has" extended to the Officer Working Party over the months of the necessarily
involved detailed investigations. .
Yours faithfully,
Chief Executive

*« * MJhU If***
Address of premises for which
this Certificate is issued
Occupier of the premises
and
Holder of this Certificate
Use of the premises in respect
of which this Certificate is issued
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South Yorkshire County Council
SAFETY O F SPORTS GROUNDS ACT. 1975
G E N E R A L SAFETY CERTIFICATE
The Hillsborough Stadium,
Penistone Road, Sheffield.
Sheffield Wednesday Football
Club Ltd.
Football matches.
Religious Conventions.
1. This Certificate is issued by South Yorkshire County Council in respect of
the premises described above, being a Sports Stadium designated by Order
under Section 1 of the Safety of Sports Grounds Act, 1975 as a stadium
requiring a Safety Certificate.
2. The terms and conditions set out in the Schedules attached hereto are hereby
imposed.
S. The terms and conditions hereby imposed are those which the South Yorkshire
County Council consider necessary or expedient to secure reasonable safety at
the Stadium when it is in use for an activity in respect of which this
Certificate is issued.
4. The words used in this Certificate and the Schedules attached hereto have
the meaning assigned to them by Schedule l to this Certificate and
Section 17 of the Act.
a. The Schedules and Plans attached hereto all form part ox this Certificate.
6. This Certificate commences on the twenty first day of December, One
thousand nine hundred and seventy nine for an indefinite period.
Date 21st December, 1979 Signed
Chief Executive on behalf
of and duly authorised by
the South Yorkshire County
Council.

The Act
Authorised Person
The Building Authority
The Chief Constable
The Chief Fire Officer
The Certificate
The County Councih/\
The Guide "7^
The Holder
Invalid CarriageX
The Plans
Specified Activity
Spectator
The Stadium.
Structural Parts
Vehicles \
SCHEDULE 1
Interpretation
means the Safety of Sports Ground Act, 1975.
means a person authorised in accordance with
Section 11 of the Act.
means the Sheffield City Council.
means the Chief Constable for the time being
of the South Yorkshire Police or, as the case
may require, the Police Officer having charge
of the Stadiu m on the occasion of a Specified
Activity.
means the Chief Fire Officer for the time being
of the South Yorkshire County Fire Service or
his designated representative.
means the written General Safety Certificate of
which the Schedules and Plans form part.
means the South Yorkshire County Council.
S t'A.yp (Tv- ! -
means the "Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds "
as from time to time amended, issued by the
Home Office, or such other code of practice as
may be so issued.
means the applicant for and person to whom the
General Safety Certificate has been issued and who
is a 'qualified person' for the purposes of the Act.
means a vehicle, whether mechanically propelled
or not, constructed or adapted for use for the
carriage of one person, being a person suffering
from some physical defect or disability.
means the document or documents attached to and
forming part of the General Safety Certificate and
signed by the person signing the Certificate and,/
or any other document or documents which may
be added to or substituted for such document or
documents and signed on behalf of the County
Council.
means a football match or a Religious Convention.
means any person occupying accommodation
provided for spectators at the stadium.
means the Hillsborough Stadium, Por.istone Road,
Sheffield.
includes structures, components, installations,
fabric and associated parts of the Stadium.
includes invalid carriages.

SCHEDULE 2
General Terms and Conditions
(1) The Holder's nominee for the time being approved in writing by the
County Council shall be present whenever the Stadium is used for a
Specified Activity and he shall on behalf of the Holder ensure that
the terms and conditions of the Certificate are complied with at
the Specified Activity.
(2) The appointment by the Holder of a nominee to attend each Specified
Activity shall not absolve the Holder and any responsible person (as
defined in section 12(2) of the Act) from their obligation to take all A
’ reasonable precautions and exercise all due diligence to avoid the ^ r ll
contravention of any term or condition of the Certificate.
The Holder shall not allow spectators to be admitted to the Stadium unless a
Specified Activity is taking place.
The number of spectators admitted to the Stadium and to the several areas of
spectator accommodation within the Stadium shall not exceed the figures
specified in Parti of Schedule 3.
Subject to the terms and conditions hereof and to the statutory controls relating
thereto, the Stadium may be used ancillary to a Specified Activity for one or
more of the following:-
(a) the playing of music or singing;
(b) the provision of news or comment associated with football;
(c) the sale of tickets for forthcoming activities, programmes, new-sheets
and souvenirs;
(d) the sale and consumption of refreshments;
(e) any other use ancillary to a Specified Activity which has the prior approval
in writing of the County Council.
(1) Where the prior written approval of the County Council is required under
the terms and conditions hereof, an application for that approval shall
be made by the Holder to the County Council at least 21 days before the
occurrence in respect of which it is required.
(2) If whilst the Certificate is in operation it is proposed to alter or extend the
Stadium or any of its installations in a manner mentioned in Section 8
of the Act the Holder shall at least 21 days before the carrying out of the
proposal is begun give notice in writing of the proposal to the County
Council.

(1) The Holder shall agree with the Chief Constable at least 21 days
(or such shorter time to which the Chief Constable may consent)
prior to every Specified Activity the methods of admission to be
employed in connection with the Specified Activity and (In relation
to a Football Match) the methods to be used for the segregation of
home and visiting supporters.
(2) The Holder shall refuse admission to, or evacuate spectators from,
the Stadium or any part thereof at any time before or during a
Specified Activity upon receiving instructions so to do from the
Chief Constable.
The Holder shall at his own expense arrange for the attendance at every
Specified Activity of an adequate number of police officers to secure the
orderly and lawful behaviour of the spectators and the number of police
officers required at each Specified Activity shall be agreed between the
Chief Constable and the Holder at least 21 days (or such shorter time to
which the Chief Constable may consent) before a Specified Activity takes
place.
(1) Subject to such interim arrangements as may be agreed by the County Conn
the Holder shall provide and maintain at the Stadhim to the satisfaction
of the County Council a suitably equipped First Aid Koom. The lirst
aid room shall be adequately signed and shall be capable of being lit
by the emergency power supply referred to in paragraph 12 of this
Schedule.
(2) The Holder snail ensure that during every Specified Activity a
physician employed or retained by the Holder is available to attend
at the First Aid Boom if required and that his whereabouts are known
to those in the Police Central Control Room at the Stadium.
(3 ; The Holder shall arrange for the attendance at every Specified Activity
of such numbers of qualified First Aid assistants as the County Council
shall require but without prejudice to the foregoing the Holder shall
ensure that at every specified activity there is at least one First Aid
assistant for every 2, 000 spectators.
The Holder shall arrange for the attendance at every Specified Activity of such
number of Safety Stewards as may be required by Part 2 of Schedule S, and
shall ensure that the Safety Stewards shall be (a) fit and capable to carry out
their duties (b) properly trained and instructed (c) identifiable by dress (d)
provided with written instructions as to their general duties in order to cariy
out the foliowing:-
(1) Manning of exits as indicated on the plans
(2) Control and direction of spectators entering using or leaving the
Stadium
(3) Patrolling the Stadium and dealing with any emergency including
raising an alarm and extinguishing any small fire.

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Training exercises relating to the action to be taken in the event of an
emergency shall be held for Safety Stewards and Staff employed at the
Stadium at least once every three months.
The Holder shall ensure that, except where otherwise marked on the Plans,,
all doors and gates which form an egress route between any spectator
accommodation and the public highway, or other open space outside the
stadium, shall be so secured as to open immediately and easily from the inside
and shall be maimed at all times by at least the number of stewards required
by Part 2 of Schedule 3. All such doors or gates shall be opened by the
stewards responsible and secured in the fully open position at a time before
the end of a Specified Activity agreed between the Holder and the Chief
Constable and at any other time on evacuation of the Stadium or a part
thereof on being ordered so to do by a police officer in uniform or by the
sounding of the alarm.
(1) The Holder shall provide and maintain to the satisfaction of the Chief
Fire Officer exit signs comprising white letters on a green background
over all exits from the Stadium and all exits from spectator
accommodation therein and shall ensure that such exit signs may x>e
illuminated by both the main and emergency lighting systems. Such
supplementary illuminated signs in such locations as the Chief Fire
Officer may require shall also be provided by the Holder.
(2) The Holder shall ensure that the corridors, gangways and staircases
indicated on the Plans may be illuminated when required during a
Specified Activity by both the main and emergency lighting systems.
\ (3) The signs mentioned in sub-paragraph (1) of this paragraph shall be
illuminated whenever adequate natural light is deficient during a
Specified Activity or as directed by the Chief Constable.
(4) All means of ingress to and egress from the Stadium and to and from
any Spectator Accommodation therein shall be maintained free from
obstruction and with non-slip and even surfaces and in particular
stair coverings shall be secured and maintained so that they do not
constitute a source of danger.
(1) Subject to such interim arrangements as may be agreed by the Chief Fire Officer,
the Holder shall provide and maintain to the satisfaction of the Chief
Fire Officer a separate emergency power supply for providing
electricity sufficient to light all emergency lighting throughout the
Stadium, all exit signs and powering all the communication systems
within the Stadium, such emergency power supply to be operable
independently of the main power supply and to come into automatic
operation within ten seconds of the failure of the latter and to be
capable of maintaining the necessary power output for a minimum of
three hours from the failure of the main power supply.
(2) At least once in each period of 12 months the Holder shall supply to
the Chief Fire Officer a report as to the condition of the emergency

Power Supply certified by an independent Electrical Engineer.
(3) On the day of a Specified Activity and not less than 3 hours prior to
its commencement the emergency power supply shall be tested for
a period of 30 minutes. Any defect revealed In this test shall be
rectified before the commencement of the Specified Activity.
(4) A competent electrician employed or retained by the Holder shall be
present during a Specified Activity.
(1) The Holder shall provide and maintain at the Stadium to the satisfaction
of the Chief Fire Officer a fire warning system.
(2) The fire warning system shall be tested periodically to the satisfaction
of the Chief Fire Officer.
Subject to such interim arrangements as may be agreed by the Chief Constable,
the Holder shall provide and maintain at the Stadium to the satisfaction of the
Chief Constable
(1) A Police Central Control Room which shall be provided with such
ancillary equipment as the Chief Constable may require.
(2) Accommodation for the exclusive use of the police as a detention room
and for administrative purposes.
(3) A public address system audible in all parts of the Stadium. The Police
shall have the right to use the public address system for police purposes
in priority to its use for any other purpose.
(1) The Holder shall at all times maintain all structural parts of the stadium
in sound order and to the appropriate and relevant standards in the Guide
and in all cases to the satisfaction of the Council.
(2) The Holder shall carry out such works of maintenance, repair and
renewal to the Stadium as may be required from time to time by the
County Council.
The Holder shall at all times maintain all operational parts of the Stadium
(including the electrical and communications installations) and all emergency
equipment in good and efficient working order to the satisfaction of the County
Council and shall undertake such maintenance repair or renewal as may from
time to time be necessary to maintain reasonable safety within the Stadium.
The Holder shall place within the Stadium, at such positions as may be specified
by the Chief Fire Officer, emergency procedure notices which shall be
maintained legible and unobstructed in those positions.
(1) The parking of vehicles within the boundary of the Stadium shall be
restricted to those areas indicated on the Plans unless otherwise
approved for emergency purposes by a Police Officer in uniform.

(2) The Holder shall provide and maintain within the Stadium to the
satisfaction of the County Council the acoess routes for emergency
vehicles shown on the plans.
The Holder shall ensure that members of the Press, T.V. and radio services
having access to the public and playing areas of the Stadium are identifiable
as such.
Television cameras and portable equipment shall be placed only in such
positions as may be agreed between the Holder and the Chief Constable.
(1) Liquid refreshments may be sold or distributed at the Stadium only in
containers constructed from soft plastic or other soft material, or as
allowed by the Licensing Justices.
(2) No accumulation of rubbish, bricks, stones or other materials which
in the opinion of the Chief Constable are capable of use as missiles
shall be permitted to remain in any part of the Stadium to which
spectators have access.
No accumulation of flammable rubbish, dirt, surplus material or goods shall
be permitted to remain in any part of the Stadium except in a place and quantity
approved in writing by the Chief Fire Officer.
No flammable gases or liquids shall be stored or used in any part of the
Stadium without the prior written approval of the Chief Fire Officer.
The Holder shall arrange for the Stadium to be inspected by a suitably qualified
Chartered Engineer (Structural or Civil) in the presence of a representative of the ,
County Council within 7 months of the date of the Certificate and at least once in each
period of 12 months thereafter and the Holder shall as soon as possible after
each inspection supply to the County Council a Certificate by the said
Chartered Engineer as to the current compliance or non-compliance with good
engineering and building practices and with the relevant British Standard
Specifications and Codes of Practice and with the appropriate provisions and
recommendations of the Guide of ail structural parts of the Stadium excluding the
crush barriers and handrails.
(1) The Holder shall arrange for all crush barriers and handrails within the
Stadium to be tested in accordance with the appropriate provisions of the
Guide by a suitably qualified Chartered Engineer (Structural or Civil)
in the presence of a representative of the County Council within 2 months
of the date of this Certificate and for the results thereof to be notified
in writing to the County Council as soon as possible thereafter.
(2)(i) The Holder shall ensure that not more than 7 .months after the date of this
Certificate and thereafter not less than once in each period of 12 months
a representative sample of crush barriers and handrails amounting to not
less than 20% of the total number of such barriers and rails is tested in

accordance with the Guide by a suitably qualified Chartered Engineer
(Structural or Civil) in the presence of a representative of the County
Council and the results thereof notified in writing to the County Council
as soon as possible thereafter.
(ii) a record shall be kept of those crush barriers and handrails tested in
accordance with sub-paragraph (2)(1) alone and a barrier so tested shall
not be tested again within a period of 4^ years thereafter.
The Holder shall within 7 months of the date of this certificate and thereafter
not less than once In each period of 12 months supply to the Chief Fire Officer
the certificate of an independent Electrical Engineer as to the current
compliance or non-compliance of the electrical installation within the Stadium
with Section E of the I.E.E. Regulations or other sections or Regulations for
the time being in force relating to the Electrical Equipment of Buildings.
(i) The Holder shall provide and maintain at the Stadium fire fighting
equipment of such type and In such positions as may be required by the
Chief Fire Officer.
(ii) The Holder shall arrange for all fire extinguishers, fire hydrants and
other water supply within the Stadium to be inspected and tested as
appropriate at least once in each period of 12 months by a competent
person to the satisfaction of the Chief Fire Officer.
The Holder shall make and keep the following records which shall be made
available for Inspection at all reasonable time to Authorised Persons:
(1) A record of the numbers of spectators admitted to the Stadium during
a Specified Activity and to each area of Spectator Accommodation
therein mentioned in Part 1 of Schedule 3.
(2) A record of any accident or incident occurring whilst the Stadium is in
use for a Specified Activity which causes injury to a spectator, such
record to include the name, address, and age of the spectator
injured, the nature of the injury and how it was caused, as far as can
be ascertained by diligent inquiry, and the location of the incident.
The Holder shall provide a written report to the County Council within
48 hours of all such accidents or incidents.
(3) A record of the training and instruction given and the exercises held in
accordance with the requirements of Paragraph 9 of this Schedule such
record to include the date and time and duration of the instruction or
exercise, the name of the person giving instruction, the nature of the
instruction or exercise, and the name(s) of the person(s) instructed.
(4) A record of all inspections, tests, maintenance, repairs and renewals
carried out at the Stadium.

The Stadium shall be maintained with the facilities and structures including
all crush barriers, entrances, exits and means of access to the entrances
and exits in the number, size, position and strength existing at the date
of the Certificate and indicated on the plans and no alteration shall be made
thereto unless prior notice in writing is given to the County Council in
accordance with paragraph 5(2) of this Schedule.
No spectators shall be allowed to use the Stadium in conditions of extreme
wind and/or snow loadings acting singular or in combination and in
particular:-
(1) No spectators shall be allowed to use the stadium in wind
speeds in excess of 100 Km.p.h. at 10m above ground level
and this prohibition shall be effective when more than one gust of
this speed of at least 3 seconds duration is recorded in the area of
the stadium in the 30 minutes immediately prior to the time of the
enquiry mentioned in (2) to the local meteorological office.
(2) The wind speed in (1) snail be ascertained by the Holder by enquiry
to the local meteorological office by telephone not more than 30
minutes before the admission of spectators to the stadium and
the wind speed given shall be recorded at once in a book kept
for the purpose.
Notwithstanding the provisions of this Schedule the County Council shall
have the right at any time to require the Holder at his own expense to arrange
for the conduct of any inspection or test which the County Council may consider
to be necessary in the interests of securing reasonable safety at tne
Stadium when it is in use for a Specified Activity.

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*~'(CTiief Executive)
South Yorkshire County Council
H. A. Jones, M .l. Fire E. • Sheffield (West) Division
Chief Fire Officer St. Peter's House
Hartshead
H. Hibbert, M .l. Fire E., Divisional Commander Sheffield
Fire Service Departm ent. South Yorkshire S1 2EL
Telephone Sheffield
STD (0742) 731645/6/7
Our Ref: C2088/MD/BAB Your Ref: Date: 9th April,. 198Q
This matter is being dealt with by .. Station .Officer. Davis* Ext. No.. .5........
For the attention of Mr. England
Dear Sir,
Safety of Sports Ground Apt. 1975
Sheffield Wednesday Football Club
Further to the telephone conversation with yourself and Station Officei
Davis of this department, please find enclosed a schedule specifying duties
and responsibilities headed, ’Fire Instruction and Drills', and a fire
procedure headed, 'Action to be taken in the event of a Fire'.
Yours faithfully,
Divisional Commander
Sheffield Wednesday Football Club,
Hillsborough Stadium,
Fenistone Hoad,
Sheffield,
S6 1SW.
Encs.
All communications to be addressed to the Chief Fire Officer.

?ISE I N 3 f R H C f 10H AND DRILLS
(a) All employees should receive instruction and training regarding
the action to be taken, which la appropriate to their responsibilities
In the event of a fire.
(b) The instruction and training should be given by a competent person
as soon as possible after employment oommences and should provide
for the following!
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
The action to be taken upon discovering a fire.
The action to be taken upon hearing the pre-determined ?
emergency signal.
The raising of the alarm, including the location of the
fire alarm call points.
The correct method of calling the Fire Service (if it is
part of an employees responsibility).
The location and use of fire fighting equipment.
The knowledge of escape routes.
The appriciation of the importance of fire resisting doors
and of the need to &lose ail doors within the vaoinity of
the fire.
The evacuation of the ground (this includes re-assuring
the public and escorting them to unaffected routes).
(c) The instruction and training should be repeated before the football
season .commences and at least once in the middle of the season.,*
After , the Initial instruction and training as indicated In (b) above,
exercises could be combined with the instruction, such as having a
simulated evacuation drill with the assumption that one of the esoape
routes is not available.
(d) A specified person should be made responsible for organising staff
training and the same person, or one other, nominated to co-ordinate
the actions of the staff in the event of a fire. Effective arrangements
should be made for a nominated deputy or deputies to carry out
the above duties.
Cont/d .

(e) A reoord of the training and instruction given and exercises held
should be entered In a log book to include the following detail!
1. Sate of instruction or exeroise.
2. Duration of instruction or exercise.
3. Name of person glaring the instruction.
4. Name of persons receiving the instruction.
5. Nature of the instruction or exercise.
Should you require any assistance on any of these points, do not hesitate
to contact the Fire Service.

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(a) Off DISCOVERT OF A FEBE
X. Sound the alarm by breaking the nearest break glass call point.
2. Tackle the fire with the appropriate extinguisher if safe to
do 80.
3 . Close doors within the immediate vacinity of the fire.
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4 . liaise with the Police to see if it is necessary to evacuate the
whole or part of the ground.
5. If EVACUATION IS NECESSARY report to your pre-determined
position and assist the public to leave the ground in an
orderly manner.
6. At no time mention the words, ’Fire’ or ’Bomb’. Remember,
if you don't panic, neither will the crowd.
7. Upon oonrpletion of the evacuation of your section, report
to the assembly area which is
and report ito (person in overall oharge)
who will inturn report to the Fire Service and any other
relevant emergency service which may be in attendance.
(b) ON HEARING THE WARNING SIGNALS
The action should take the form of two stages:
STAGE ONE
(i) You should hear a coded signal (this could be the playing of a
tune such as the 'Three Blind Mice')* This will indicate
i M t there is a fire or similar emergency in the ground, and
there is a possibility that an evacuation of the whole or
part of the ground may be necessary.
(ii) Stand by your pre-determined position and be prepared for stage
two. This is when evacuation of the whole or part of the
ground is necessary.
Cont/d ...

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(i) You should hear a further coded signal over the loudspeaker
system followed by an announcement asking the publio to
leave the whole or part of the ground.
(ii) Carry out the evacuation procedure as mentioned.

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Roger Pertsam, FCIS. M 8IM . Solicitor
Head of Department
Metropolitan District
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POSSIBLE POINTS TO ADDRESS
1) Who will attend the inquest from Administration and Legal's point of viev?
2) Press Conferences
Future method of approach!
Frequency established and press informed.
Monitoring of all media issues and daily briefings given by Press Officer
of pertinent reports (this is suggested due to persons intimately involved
with the Council's investigation not being able to keep abreast with
news/new developments.
3) Co-ordinating meeting:-
Suggest this is established involving all officers concerned. Such meeting
to be minuted and action list established. The frequency to be agreed
at an initial meeting and cover issues such as:-
i) Documentation: collation of plans and related correspondence as
soon as possible with an officer made responsible through all
departments to require immediate action in producing such
information.
ii) Up-date from David Purchon on investigation process,
iii) Frequency of Members' briefing and content.
iv) Establish links with Public Enquiry.
West Midlands or South Yorkshire Police
with regular updates of information.
v) Resources: Staffing - Equipment - Clothing - Communication
requirements, any other related issues.
vi) Any other business.
4) MEDIUM TO LONG TERM:-
i) Venue for Coroner's Court to be established, investigated and
resourced.
ii) Communications review,
iii) Peacetime Emergency: re-appraise plan
P/PO'N/JAH
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HILLSBOROUGH ENQUIRY
I spoke to Graham Mackrell at approximately 1.15 p.m. on Tuesday, 18th
April, 1989. He told me that the Club will not use the whole of the
Leppings Lane Terrace for the rest of the season.
He also went on to say at the direction of the Judge heading the enquiry
Mr. Mervin Jones, the Assistant Chief Constable of West Midlands Police
would, in future, take charge of all matters pertaining the investigation
at the stadium. Mr. Mackrell also mentioned that, in future, all visits
should be co-ordinated by Mr. Jones. Apparently Mr. Jones also wishes to
avoid duplication of enquiries and that perhaps some arrangements can be
made in connection with the interview of witnesses. I should point out
that all this information was received third hand. Mr. Jones can be
contacted on 021 2365000 ext. 2025. Obviously he will not always be in
his office but he can be contacted via "bleep".
D. M. Bownes
18.4.89
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A. H. GREGORY
C. J. PRYCE
P. A. SEALEY
K. L. WEBSTER
M. A. PLATT
Consultant:
A. H. CONNELL
OUR REF:
N. T. HAWSON
G. CONNELL
A. J. COOMBE
C. M. M. AYRE
Mark Webster Esq.,
KEEBLE HAWSON
SOLICITORS
Incorporating Branson Bramley & Co.
Acting Head of Legal
and Administration Department,
TOWN HALL,
Sheffield.
AHG/JR
Dear Mark,
YOUR REF:
Hillsborough Disaster
OLD CATHEDRAL VICARAGE,
ST.JAMES’ ROW,
TELEPHONE 0742-722061
MDX NO. 10537
FAX NO. 0742 - 700813
FAX NO. 0742 - 750243
SHEFFIELD,
S1 1XA.
21st April, 1989
WHEN YOU TELEPHONE OR CALL PLEASE ASK FOR:
Mr. Gregory^
AD SM TR ATIO K t LEGAL \
PE3?.,
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U ! 2 4 ArKlSo9 pm
dll’"* jPSG
I was pleased to meet you this afternoon, and I
confirm that we are happy to act on behalf of yourselves,
upon the instructions of Municipal Mutual Insurance Limited.
I confirm that it would be helpful if I could see
the video to which you referred at an early stage next week,
and I would also like the opportunity of a visit to the ground
if that could be arranged. If I need to make the arrangements
direct, no doubt you will put me in touch with the person to
whom I should refer.
I understand that in the course of the next few days
you will let me have all relevant information in your possession,
and I confirm that it is your intention to let me have letters
of claim as they arrive. For your part, you will indicate to
the claimants or their Solicitors that the claims have been
referred to this firm. We will then respond direct, and we will
also notify Municipal Mutual Insurance Limited of the claim.
Yours sincerely ^
A. H. GREGORY
THE FIRM IS REGULATED BY THE LAW SOCIETY IN THE CONDUCT OF INVESTMENT BUSINESS

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TEL: 0 5 3 2 - 4 4 8 5 6 4 * 2 4 , 0 4 , 8 9 1 5 :2 4 No.OobP.UZ
INQUIRY INTO THE HILLSBOROUGH
STADIUM DISASTER
NEWS RELEASE
24 April 1989
P.N.L/68/H
HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER INQUIRY
Lord Justice Taylor, who will conduct the Inquiry into the
Hillsborough Stadium disaster, will be assisted by two
assessors - Professor Leonard Maunder OBE BSc PhD ScD FEng
FIMechE, Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University
of Newscastle-Upon-Tyne, end Mr Brian Johnson QPM, Chief
Constable of Lancashire. Counsel to the inquiry will be Mr
Andrew Collins QC and Mr Alan Goldaack.
On 28 April, Lord Justice Taylor will hold a preliminary hearing
at Sheffield Town Hall at 11,00 am. The purpose of this will be
to hear applications on behalf of those who wish to be
represented at the oral hearings and to give directions as to
the procedure to be followed. He also hopes to announce the
date on which the oral hearings at Sheffield Town Hall will
commence. Those intending to apply on 28 April to be
represented at the oral hearings are invited, if possible, to
notify the Secretary to the Inquiry in advance:
Mr 8 M Hhalley
Room 662
Hone Office
SO Queen Anne's Gate
LONDON, SWlH 9AT Tel: 01-273 2577/3602/2370
The evidence to be considered for presentation by Counsel to the
Inquiry is being gathered and collated by the West Midlands
Constabulary/ under the direction of its Chief Constable,
Mr Geoffrey Dear QPM. Mr Dear is responsible direct to Lord
Justice Taylor for the conduct of the police inquiry.
Anyone who has information bearing on the events on IS April is
invited to contact West Midlands Police. A Freephone number for
this purpose will be announced shortly. Alternatively, they
may contact the Secretary of the Inquiry at the above address.
Apart from oral evidence, Lord Justice Taylor will consider any
written submissions bearing on his Inquiry. These should be
sent to the Secretary to the Inquiry,
ISSUED ON BEHALF OF THE HOME OFFICE BY THE CENl'HAL OFFICE OF INFORMATION,
CITY HOUSE, NEW STATION STREET, LEEDS. TEL: LEEDS 438232 EXT 2ilJ5/2W.
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R3719
From Acting Head of Department:
Administration and Legal
CITY OF SHEFFIELD — MEMORANDUM
Date 24 April 1989
Ref. AH/GW
Tel. Ext. 4018 - Mr Webster Ref.
STRICTLY PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL
To Mr P O'Neill
Chief Safety Adviser
cc Mrs E Bashforth
HILLSBOROUGH - MEETING WITH LIVERPOOL DELEGATION, WEDNESDAY 19 APRIL
1989
You will perhaps recall that during the course of the above meeting
certain of the Liverpool representatives raised certain issues and
in fact asked for copies of certain documentation.
I now enclose, for your information and attention, a list of the
matters which they requested but I think we need to give further
thought as to whether we should in fact comply with those requests.
My inclination, at the moment, is that we should not action the
same unless they start to press for the information and at that
stage to discuss amongst ourselves and probably with the Council's
Insurers' Solicitors the release of the documents.
However, I think that certain of the issues they raised could be
checked upon so that we have the information to hand.
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MEETING WITH LIVERPOOL DELEGATION - WEDNESDAY 19 APRIL 1989
(1) Copy of the Operational Orders for the semi-final last year.
(2) Largest attendance on all ticket games.
(3) Largest attendance at the Stadium for payment at turnstile.
(4) Number of turnstiles?
(5) How many open on the day?
Note of meeting and Attendance List.
(Lack of notices - Signposts).

CONFIDENTIAL
All/DC
25 April 1989
Messrs Eeeble Hawson
Solicitors
7 St Jam es Row
Sheffield 1
For the attention of Mr Gregory
D ear Sir,
HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER
I re fe r to our m eeting today with Mr Murphy of Counsel which was very useful.
As agreed I enclose three copies of the following documents?-
1) a bundle containing the relevant legislation
2) a copy of the C ertificate issued under the Safety of Sports Grounds
Act 1075
3) a copy of an article by Douglas Lock
4) a copy of an article from the Independent and the further article to
which it refers.
I am arranging for copies of the video you saw to be made and these w illb e forwarded
to you as soon as possible.
If you require anything further please le t me know, otherw ise we will m eet h alf
an hour before the opening of the Inquiry on th e 28th April 1989.
Yours faithfully,
A cting Head of D epartm ent
Encs
734018

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Sheffield City Council,
P.O. Box 15,
Town Hall,
SHEFFIELD.
South Yorkshir
SI 1UL
Dear Sirs,
Re:
MUNICIPAL MUTUAL
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Our ref: KGH/RVJ 03 89 21 73181
Your ref:
Tel Ext: 42
Date: 2 5 t h April 1 9 8 9 .
We confirm our discussion of the 21st April, when it was agreed that
Mr. A. Gregory of Keeble Hawson Solicitors, Sheffield would on our joint
behalf instruct Mr. Richard Maxwell Q.C. and Mr. Michael Murphy of Council
to represent our interest at the forthcoming Public Enquiry into the
Hillsborough Football Stadium Disaster, and also in respect of Civil Claims
which may arise against you in that connection.
We believe that Mr. Gregory has arranged that any letters of claim be sent
direct to him but, we have now agreed with him that it would be preferable if
all intimations of claim made against you arising out of this incident be
forwarded direct to us in order that we may allocate the appropriate sub file'
number before passing them to Keeble Hawson.
This will enable us to identify each claimant against the definitive list
that we ®ire- holding and to keep control of all the claims that arise.
We agree that the documentation that you were to prepare on general matters
relative to this enquiry can, of course, go direct to Keeble Hawson.
Yours faithfully,
K . G .
For the Company.
Municipal Mutual Insurance Limited, Park House, 57-59 Well Street, Bradford BD1 5SN
Telephone: (0274) 729446 ■ Fax No: (0274) 306478
Regional Manager: R. E. Laughton, FCI1 '
Registered office: 22 Old Queen Street, Westminster, London S W lH 9HW Registered number 76678 England
An appointed representative of the MLA Group (Member of LAUTRO).
ASSOCIATION OF
BRITISH INSURERS
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AH/DG
26 April 1989
Mr R M Whalley
Room 662
Home Office
50 Queen Anne's Gate
London
SW1H 9AT
D ear Sir,
HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER INQUIRY
I would like to notify the Secretary to the Inquiry th at Sheffield City Council
wish to be represented a t the Hillsborough D isaster Inquiry.
The Council would be represented by Mr Maxwell QC and Mr Murphy of
Counsel.
Y ours faithfully,
A cting Head of D epartm ent
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HILLSBOROUGH INQUIRY
Telephone Call with Mr. Pemberton - 26.4.89
I spoke to Chief Superintendent Pemberton of the West Midland Police
(telephone 727599) at approximately 9.30 a.m. on Wednesday, 26th April,
1989. Mr. Pemberton is the Officer in charge of the Police Inquiry in
Sheffield.
He first of all asked about a letter which the Council sent to Sheffield
Wednesday immediately after the disaster which indicated that Council
Officers wished to interview Stewards at the game. He asked if this had
been done and if the Council had plans to do it. I confirm that no
Stewards had in fact been interviewed and that as soon as the Inquiry had
been announced these plans had been dropped. I also confirm that if the
Council wished to interview people it would of course obtain the
permission of the Inquiry before doing so.
Mr. Pemberton also indicated that the interviews of Stewards, etc. would
be carried out by his Officers who would use a type of questionnaire to
achieve a measure of consistency.
He indicated that the Inquiry would start on 15th May.
Mr. Pemberton then goes on to the reason for his call which was to discuss
the Council's Safety of Sports Grounds role. I confirmed with him (from
the information he evidently already has) that the Police, Fire Service,
Building Surveyor, Health and Consumer Services Department and this
Department are involved in the Certification system in Sheffield. I also
agreed that this Department is actually responsible for issuing the
Certificate, etc.. He wished to know whether my name and telephone number
could be used as a contact point for Safety of Sports Grounds. I
explained that as litigation was in the air I would have to seek
directions on this point but that I would ring him back and tell him as
soon as possible what the arrangements would be. I confirm that any
information which he reasonably required would, of course, be supplied if
at all possible.
Mr. Pemberton then went on to indicate that he had identified four or five
main areas in connection with Safety of Sports Grounds which needed to be
investigated and that the number of Senior Police Officers had been given
the task of investigating these areas. He thought that it might be
possible for the Safety of Sports Grounds information to be transmitted to
him on a factual basis only and without the need for interviews although
interviews may be required.
I promised to ring him back as soon as possible with details of contact
arrangements.
D. M. Bownes
26th April, 1989

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A. H. GREGORY
C. J. PRYCE
P. A. SEALEY
K. L. WEBSTER
M. A. PUTT
Consultant:
A. H. CONNELL
OUR REF:
N. T. HAWSON
G. CONNELL
A. J. COOMBE
C. M. M. AYRE
Sheffield City Council
Administration and Legal Department
Town Hall
SHEFFIELD
S1 2HH
AHG/VS/31621
Dear Sir
Hillsborough. Disaster
KEEBLE HAWSON
SOLICITORS
Incorporating Branson Bramley & Co.
YOUR REF:
AH/DG
OLD CATHEDRAL VICARAGE.
ST.JAMES’ ROW.
TELEPHONE 0742-722061
MDX NO. 10537
FAX NO. 074 2 - 700813
FAX NO. 0 7 4 2 - 750243
SHEFFIELD,
26th April 1989
SI 1XA.
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WHEN YOU TELEPHONE OR CALL PLEASE XSK FOR:
MR GREGORY
Thank you for letting us have a copy of the news release together
with the series of helpful documents set out in the Index that
you have kindly provided.
We have taken the liberty of writing to the Secretary to the Inquiry
to notify hiLm of our interest although we imagine that you will
have done likewise.
We have spoken to Mr Richard Maxwell QC and his tentative view is
that there is no need for him to attend the Inquiry on the opening
day. He is having a word direct with Mr Murphy to confirm that
that is a satisfactory arrangement.
We have passed to Mr Murphy the papers that you have provided
under the cover of a short Brief asking him to attend at the
Legal and Administration Department to meet with Mr Gregory and
Mrs Bashforth at 10.30 am on Friday the 28th April.
Yours faithfully
KEEBLE H
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Note for C ouncillor C live B etts
On 23th April 1989, Liz Bashforth was requested by your Secretary to see two
representatives from Legal and General*
They Introduced them selves as Mr Andrew Tasker and Mr Terry Harrison.
They explained th at they are members of an over 35s football team with close
connections with Hallam Football Club and Hallam Veterans.
They wish to ask you if you will support them in an idea to raise money for the
Hillsborough Appeal and the Hallam Football Club.
Apparently 22 of their members would pay a t least £250 to play a t Wembley.
Their idea is to play them selves for the first half and auction 22 places for the
second half. They are also considering sponsorship for each place.
When they contacted Wembley and suggested the possibility, the management said
they couldn’t use the stadium and in any event the Football Association wouldn’t
allow it.
They therefore came to see you, to see if you could lend your support to their
scheme. They are also contacting David Blunkett, apparently.
They asked th a t you be given details of their idea and also indicated th at they were
open to any other suggestions.
Mark Webster
27 April 1989

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Keeble Oawson
7 St James Row
Sheffield
Dear Sir,
27 April 1889
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f enclose herewith three copies of the following documents:-
1) Interim Popolewell report plus index
2) Final Popplewell report plus index
3) Green Guide plus index
As ? also mentioned, officers from West Midlands police are commencing1 thefr
Inspection of the licensing files and plans a t 3.80 p.m. today.
They are going to list the documents they want and we are going to take copies
to ensure the files are still com plete.
Yours faithfully,
Acting Head of D epartm ent
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Acting Head of Department
Legal and Administrative Department
Sheffield City Council
Surrey Street
SHEFFIELD SI 2HH 27 April 1989
Dear Mr Webster
Someone from your department telephoned Richard's Sheffield
office earlier this week enquiring about a report being produced
about football hooliganism with contributions from
a number of countries.
I have made enquiries with the Minister for Sport's office
at the Department of the Environment and the report is in
fact going to be presented at the next formal meeting of
the European Convention at Reykjavik_ on 31 May-2 June of
this year. This results frofm the last meeting of the
Standing Committee of the European Convention at Athens in
1988 when ministers of member countries were asked to prepare
a list of possible measures against spectator violence.
It is unlikely that this list will be published on the general
market, but if you are interested I will try to obtain one
from Mr Moynihan's office after the meeting in Reykjavik.
Yours sincerely
Secretary to Richard Caborn

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28th April, 1989
HILLSBOROUGH INQUIRY
LORD JUSTICE TAYLOR
On 15th April there was an horrendous disaster at Hillsborough.
95 people died, many were injured. I have been appointed by the Home
Secretary to conduct an Inquiry into the disaster.
May I convey my deepest sympathy to the bereaved and injured and
the same from the Inquiry Staff.
The terms of reference of the Inquiry are to investigate the events
at Sheffield Wednesday Football Ground on 15th April and make
recommendations in relation to crowd control and safety of sports grounds.
I am solely responsible for the Inquiry, representation and
recommendations.
I am assisted by two assessors; Brian Johnson, Chief Constable of
Leicestershire and Professor Maunder, a professor in Mechanical
Engineering at Newcastle University.
This is a preliminary hearing to set out the nature of the Inquiry,
procedures and to hear applications from parties wishing to be
represented.
This is not a law suit where it is a case of winning or losing, it
is not akin to a criminal trial. No one is on trial.
The Inquiry will look at:-
(1) What happened
(2) Why it happened
(3) The lessons to be learned and recommendations.
If allegations are made I will consider them and if appropriate make
a finding.
The object is to find the facts with all speed. I do not want this
constructive purpose spoilt by accusation and counter-accusation .
Regarding the scope and length of the Inquiry, because the people
involved as witnesses run into the 1,000's, West Midlands Police are
carrying out the exercise of gathering evidence. I welcome letters. All
relevant evidence should be available but I want the Inquiry to be quick
and thorough .
I want to keep oral evidence within bounds. I will not allow oral
evidence which does not add to that already given but written statements
will be considered.
The Inquiry will have three Counsels, Andrew Collins Q.C., Alan
Goldsack and Bernard Phillips. All witnesses who give oral evidence are
called on my behalf.
That witness may also be called by their advisors.

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Before any witness is called they have to have first given a written
statement. The witness may be cross-examined but I will limit
cross-examinations as I think fit.
If an allegation is made against a body or an individual, that body
or individual must be informed and can call evidence in answer to the
allegation.
The oral hearing will commence on the 15th May at 10.30 a.m., and
will concentrate on the events of the 15th April and why it happened. The
Inquiry will be public.
The second part of the Inquiry - relating to the future- I will give
directions later on how this will be conducted.
I would like to receive written submissions on recommendations for
crowd control and safety at sports grounds as soon as possible.
The press will be given proper assistance and save in exceptional
circumstances copies of statements made by a witness will be available to
the press shortly before that winess is called.
There will be no photography or filming or sound recording during
the Inquiry. I can and will enforce that rule.
I request the press not to interview any witness before they have
completed their evidence to the Inquiry. I believe that will only impede
a difficult task.
I expect parties to be represented by lawyers. Any person or body
wishing to be represented must show good cause. They must have a direct
interest and it must be fair to be represented.
If there are several parties covered by the same interest they
should join together.
Any decision today on representation is not final.
If a party does not wish to be represented they can offer to make
evidence available through a statement as soon as possible.
In relation to costs, there are no statutory provisions. The
Secretary of State is able to meet costs and I make recommendations to the
Secretary of State.
I will consider that at the end. Costs would be on a common fund
basis.
I intend to make recommendations to pay the reasonable costs of
anyone who ought to be represented who may not know if they can afford it.
Certainly the families of the injured and deceased.
I will be sympathetic to football supporters, in particular
Liverpool supporters. I will be recommending that Liverpool supporters
costs are paid.

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REPRESENTATIONS
Mr. King - consortium of solicitors within and outside
Liverpool. Already met. Hillsborough Group of
Solicitors. 74 firms representing 200 families.
Contact through Liverpool Law Society.
Mr. Coombes - representing family of deceased and injured. May
combine with the consortium subject to
satisfactory Counsel.
Lord Justice Taylor - will agree 1 team to represent families.
Mr. Makin - represents 7 deceased, 50 injured - not entirely
happy with what took place at consortium meeting.
Counsel very busy. I represent so many interests
already there may be difficulties in only one
advocate.
Lord Justice Taylor - I don't see any difficulty. If for good
reason, separate representation is needed, I will consider it, but
it will have to be quite extraordinary.
Mr. Jackson - instructed by Football Supporters Association.
National Association - strength in Liverpool.
Information about travel to Sheffield, ticket
allocation, crowd control.
Lord Justice Taylor - satisfied will represent Liverpool Supporters
- work out what part want to play in first stage and what better for
second stage.
Costs - I will probably recommend are paid by the Secretary of
State.
N.B. If anyone wastes the time of the Inquiry I will consider the matter
of costs very carefully.
Mr. Glasgow - Insurers. Sun Alliance, of Club and Football
League. We will provide such assistance as you
need. No application for representation by Club
or respective parts.
Mr. Purchas - representation of stewards, turnstile men and
gatemen, casual employees of club. Lack of
consultation by the Club before the match.
Lord Justice Taylor - grant representation to the club but not
stewards (rep. by club). Dr. Purcell - drove to Sheffield
Wednesday - medical position on the day. Independent contractor. 2
other doctors, medical defence union for all 3.
Calaghan (Broomheads) - Trent Regional Health Authority Ambulance
Service.
Hallam - Sheffield Health Authority 2 hospitals.

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Lord Justice Taylor - nothing to stop watching brief. No
representation.
Michael Murphy - Sheffield City Council Licensing Authority.
Assist Inquiry in any way possible.
Lord Justice Taylor - responsible for perimeter fencing - grant
representation.
John Dyson - Football Association. Interest general and
specific. F.A. Cup responsible for selecting
ground, policing, took advice on decision that
Liverpool should be at the Leppings Lane end.
Lord Justice Taylor - I am not settling civil claims at this
hearing. Will grant representation.
Interested parties will receive copies of written statements.
Wood Q.C. - South Yorskhire Police - considerable interest.
Lord Justice Taylor - will be represented.
Robinson - Fire Services - Officers at match. Also involved
Licensing Fire Certificate.
Lord Justice Taylor - will be represented.
Colvin - National Council for Civil Liberties - no
appearance.
Swainson - Liverpool City Council, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral,
St. Helens, Met. District Council. Lancashire and
Cheshire County Councils.
Representation in a collective capacity:-
(1) unlike most disasters - particularly affects
Merseyside. Local Authorities can justifiably
represent the wider people.
(2) Authorities believe by granting
representation can demonstrate awareness of need
for fairness, openness and thoroughness.
Degree of sensitivity and suspicion of
communities represented.
Lord Justice Taylor - country aware of loss/grief Liverpool. For
the Inquirty representation to contribute to what happened and why.
Can't see what representation will add. Want views of football
supporters. Don't think need representations from the local
authorities to impress on me or the public the need for impartiality
and openness. I reject the application - not through a lack of
sensitivity but from a sensitivity of the need to get on quickly. I
respect your reason but am not persuaded.
Wright - St. John's Ambulance. Don't want representation,
reserving our position.

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NO MORE APPLICATIONS
Inquiry achieving purpose - will have to keep good time - tight ship
- intend to do. Confine to relevant matters. Avoid waste of time.
King - application to change venue of Inquiry to
Liverpool.
Lord Justice Taylor - no good reasons here - ground services - not
minded to move part of the Inquiry to Liverpool. Will consider
later.
- first part - what and why
- second part - future.
King - application to give statements direct to the
Inquiry and not through the police.
Lord Justice Taylor - don't have to go through the police, but has
to be a comparing of information, but can present direct evidence.
King - want assurance statements will only be used for
the Inquiry, not civil claims.
Lord Justice Taylor - point will be considered. All witnesses
expenses will be paid. 10.30 Monday 15th May.

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HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK ETC. ACT 1974
HEALTH AND SAFETY (ENFORCING AUTHORITY) REGULATIONS 1977
LICENSING ACT 1964
SAFETY OF SPORTS GROUNDS ACT 1975
SAFETY OF SPORTS GROUNDS REGULATIONS 1976
SAFETY OF SPORTS GROUNDS (DESIGNATION ORDER) 1978
FIRE SAFETY AND SAFETY OF PLACES OF SPORT ACT 1987
REPORT OF D. MOORE, ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OFFICER TO DIRECTOR OF
HEALTH AND CONSUMER SERVICES.
SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY FOOTBALL CLUB
You asked me for a summary of my involvement with the Safety in Sports Grounds
Working Party in regard to the above Club which I enclose below.
Introduction
Following the designation of the ground, effective from 1st January, 1979,
Sheffield Wednesday Football Club required a safety certificate.
The certification process, as defined in the 75 Act, was administered by the
County Council after consultation with the Fire, Police and Building
Authorities. No other safety specialists were named as part of this process.
The County Council issued a safety certificate to start on 21st December,
1979, and was entirely subject to their inspection and verification
procedures.
On the 1st April, 1986, the City Council took over the certification procedure
following the disbandment of the South Yorkshire County Council. It was the
Council's Administration and Legal Department that were allocated the
administration and certificating function which I understood to come under
their General Purposes Panel. The role and activity of the other authorities
remained largely unchanged.
On the 1st July, 1986, the representative of Administration and Legal, a
Mr. Bownes, wrote to the Environmental Health Department because he was not
satisfied with the assistance offered to him by the H.S.E. and was seeking
safety advice from alternative sources. It was proposed that because
Environmental Health already carried out safety duties under licensing
provisions for football clubs a more developed role would be efficient. The
memo was addressed to the Director and I am not aware of what reply was given.
7.8.86 Representatives of Environmental Health, John Batley (Acting
Assistant Principal Officer), and myself visited the new spion
kop development at the informal request of David Bownes, the
Administration and Legal representative.
A number of aspects of construction were considered to be unsafe
and did not conform to the guide Safety in Sports Grounds. I
pointed these out to Mr. Bownes verbally on site at that time.
The points were not accepted by the club's representative, '
Dr. Eastwood (Consulting Engineer) or the Building Surveyors. I
was not able to agree with their insistence that areas of the new
structure were "reasonably safe". Some conflict resulted and I
left the ground with Mr. Batley. Upon return to the department,
I explained the situation to the Acting Principal Officer, Chris
Reed.

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Administration and Legal sand a memo to Sheffield Wednesday
Football Club containing some of my objections.
Administration and Legal requested a formal report upon the issue
to be submitted to the General Purposes Panel Meeting that was to
be held on the 21st August, 1986. 3ecause of this request, I
returned to the ground with the Principal Officer and showed him
the areas of concern. M r . Reed was in agreement with my
findings. I took some more detailed measurements of the area and
we left the site.
Upon return to the department I contacted the H.S.E. to see if
they could offer me any assistance. It was explained to me that
they did not feel they could help and did not wish to take part
in a site visit. I confirmed my telephone conversation with a
letter that day.
I was invited to attend a "pre-panel meeting" with the Council's
solicitor, and Licensing Officer, David Bownes, and the rest of
the certificating team. I voiced my objections to the
development. Again there was a conflict with the Building
Surveyors and I would not agree with their assessment of
"reasonably safe". Amidst some conflict the meeting ended with
the Surveyors questioning my attendance. I returned to my
department and proposed a brief for the next day.
(Ref. EPU1 : Football).
When I arrived at work the next day there was a memo written,
about my involvement from the Surveyors to my department. I gave
my brief to the Principal Officer and a copy to the Acting
Assistant Director, David Bird, and some discussion ensued and I
was obliged to re-visit the site with the Principal Officer and
Acting .Assistant Director.
While showing Mr. Bird the areas of concern, Dr. Eastwood arrived
and again some conflict was generated. Mr. Eastwood threatened
to sue the Council for £2 million if we successfully objected
against the opening of the new development.
At lunchtime we returned to the department to discuss my intended
objections at length. It was decided that the Principal Officer
and I would attend the meeting. We attended and my Principal
Officer spoke on behalf of the department. No objection was
raised to the points about which I was concerned. We returned to
the office and I raised the issue with both levels of management.
I was told that I was politically naive and unable to attain
their level of professional compromise. A discussion followed.
Letter received from Eastwood and Partners detailing remedial
works that were agreed.
Memo from Administration and Legal thanking my department for its
assistance and proposing to discuss future roles regarding sports
ground safety.
Re-visit to spion kop. Remedial works still outstanding. Memo
sent to David Bownes.
Following another visit to site, works still outstanding. Memo
sent to Administration and Legal.

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Memo received from Administration and Legal suggesting the formal
incorporation of Environmental Health Adviser with the Safety in
Sports Ground Working Group. Reply sent 12th December, 1986.
A number of small works of construction were undertaken and plans
forwarded to the Environmental Health Department. Following
assessment no objections were raised.
Draft lead authority roles proposed by Administration and Legal.
Specific roles for Building Surveyors, Fire, Police and
Environmental Health Department are proposed following general
meeting and discussions with David Bownes.
Attended meeting of the Working Party and discussed general draft
roles which were agreed in principle.
General Inspection of Sheffield Wednesday carried out with the
Working Party. Meeting with Eastwood and Ian Mackerall (Club
Secretary) following tour - points explained. It was discussed
that the club do not have an appointed safety officer / first aid
room inadequate / non-formalised attendance of first-aiders, etc.
Memo sent to Administration and Legal. Proposed that Safety
Officer has functions described in green guide.
Amended draft conditions to include role of safety officer, use
of first aid options, training exercises, etc.
Return visit to spion kop carried out due to the continued
arguing of M r . J. Strange regarding the agreed remedial works to
the spion kop. Continued argument about the formalisation of
first aid also noted. Memo again sent to Administration and
Legal.
Annual inspection carried out and memo sent to David Bownes.
Intention that a safety management plan needs to be developed as
explained to the Working Party.
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DETAILS
\anin. and Legal requesting assistance with safety
_voa Health and Safety Executive to Admin, and Legal
their invitation to give advice (18-7.86.)
^*p^ar from Admin, and Legal to Sheffield Wednesday Football
ClutTreierence difficulties of spion kop. (14.8.86.)
L^tt^r from Environmental Health Department to Health and
caret-’ Executive again inviting their assistance (19.8.86.)
B r i e f i n g on aspecta of spion kop provided by Environmental
H e a l t h Department (19.8.86.)
Memo, from surveyors to Environmental Health Department
(21.8 .86.)
S h e f f i e l d Wednesday Football Club representation to the
licencing panel.
Results of general purposes panel meeting.
tter from Eastwood & Partners regarding.remedial works
(27.8.86.)
Memo, from Admin, and Legal re. panel input and future role.
Memo, to Admin, and Legal re. outstanding works (22.9.80.)
Cooy of memo, from Admin, and Legal, to Sheffield Wednesday
Football Club re. roof (25.9.86.)
Copy of memo, from Building Surveyor to Admin, and Legal.
Copy memo, from Admin, and Legal to Sheffield Wednesday
Football Club : request for plans for new areas of
construction (9.10.86.)
Copy memo, from Admin, and Legal to Sheffield Wednesday
Football Club re. discussions on progress of outstanding works
(18.10.86.)
Copy memo, from Admin, and Legal to Sheffield Wednesday
Football Club requesting details of proposed roof
construction.
Copy memo, reply from Sheffield Wednesday Football Club to
Admin, and Legal, re. above.
Plans approval memo, from Admin, and Legal to Environmental
Health Department re. Penistone Road entrance.
Letter from Admin, and Legal to Sheffield Wednesday Football
Club re. receipt of plans.
Memo, from Environmental Health Department to Admin, and Legal
again requesting outstanding works to spion kop. V : •,' ’ ‘

DETAILS
21 Memo, from Admin, and Legal suggesting formal introduction of
Environmental Health Department into Safety in Sports Grounds
Working Party.
22 Reply memo, to Admin, and Legal regarding formal introduction
of Environmental Health Department.
23 Copy memo. Eastwoods to Admin, and Legal re. plans for new
entrance at Penistone Road.
24 Memo, from Environmental Health Department to Admin, and Legal
confirming no objections to proposal.
25 Copy memo. SYCFS to Admin, and Legal re. general requirements.
26 Letter from Eastwood and Partners to Admin, and Legal re.
facilities for disabled.
27 Letter from Eastwood and Partners to Admin, and Legal re.
north roof stand.
29 Memo, from Environmental Health Department to Admin, and Legal
re. proposed no objection.
30 Copy memo, to Admin, and Legal to Sheffield Wednesday Football
Club re. general requirements.
31 Memo, from Admin, and Legal to Environmental Health Department
re. definition of responsibility.
32 Letters from Eastwood and Partners re. small alterations to
Admin, and Legal.
33 Invitation of Environmental Health Department to attend
Working Party Meeting.
34 Memo, to Admin, and Legal following further corporate
inspections of ground, absence of a safety officer noted
(18.8.89.)
35 Memo, from Environmental Health Officer to Admin, and Legal,
re. draft conditions.
36 Copy memo, draft response from Admin, and Legal to General
Purposes Panel.
37 Copy memo, combination of reports following first at Sheffield
Wednesday Football Club.
38 Letter from Sheffield Wednesday Football Club to Admin, and
Legal confirming I . d '. of Safety Officer.
39 Letter from Eastwoods to Admin, and Legal re. disabled
facilities.
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40 Letter to Sheffield Wednesday Football Club from Admin, and
Legal following
41 Memos, to Admin, and Legal, ref. facilities for disabled.
42 Memo, from Admin, and Legal, ref. World Student Games.
43 Copy letter from Eastvood and Parnters ref. incorrect
information on first gid.
44 Copy memo. Eastwood and Partners to Admin, and Legal.
45 Report of inspections (19.5.88.) sent to Admin, and Legal.
46 Draft certificate conditions.
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List of documents and files handed to West Midlands Police
Document/File Reference
Correspondence File
Documents 1 to 105
5th March 1976 to
20th December 1978
Correspondence File
Documents 106 to 214
22nd December 1978 to
21st December 1979
Correspondence File
Documents 1 to 162
2nd January 1980 to
24th December 1982
Correspondence File
Documents 1 to 99
5th January 1983 to
18th July 1985
Correspondence File
Documents 100 to 217
22nd July 1985 to
30th December 1986
Correspondence File
Documents 1 to 78
5th January 1987 to
21st March 1989
Reports/Agendas/Minutes
File
Documents 1 to 15
3rd March 1986 to
30th January 1989
1 set of plans for Sheffield
Wednesday as detailed on index
sheets.
C&CAw£-tL i
The original copy of the Sheffield
Wednesday Safety Certificate and
plans. Z Y
No 1, Part :
No 1, Part !
No 2
No 3, Part :
No 3, Part
No 4
No 5
SIGNED: DATED:
(RECEIVED ON 'BEHALF OF WEST MIDLANDS POLICE)
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HOM E OFFICE
Queen Anne’s Gate London SW1H 9AT
Mr M Webster
Administration and Legal Department
City of Sheffield Metropolitan
District Council
Town Hall
SHEFFIELD SI 2HH
Dear Mr Webster
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ENT 77 477-19-32
Date
2 May 1989
SAFETY OF SPORTS GROUNDS ACT 1975 - HILLSBOROUGH STADIUM
Thank you for sending me so promptly a copy of the safety
certificate for Hillsborough Stadium and for quickly following
this up with copies of the stadium plans.
In his statement to the House of Commons on 17 April about the
Hillsborough Stadium disaster the Home Secretary said that he had
asked for factual reports from the police and other services, the
local authority and Football Association. A copy of the page
from Hansard which records the Home Secretary's statement is
attached.
I have been in touch with you by telephone requesting factual
information but I thought I should follow up the telephone
conversations to confirm in writing the request for a factual
report.
I am most grateful to you for your help in providing all the
factual details so far in the form of the safety certificate and
plans. I would now welcome any additional information on the
action taken by your authority. I stress that we are not seeking
judgments about the issues arising from the tragedy. These are
for Inquiry led by Lord Justice Taylor. But if there is any
further factual information which you can provide it will be most
appreciated.
Yours sincerely
D J MOULD
Fire and Emergency
Planning Department

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3.30 pm
Hillsborough Stadium Disaster
The Secretary of State for the Home Department (Mr.
Douglas Hurd): With permission, Mr. Speaker, I should
like to make a statement about the disaster at the Sheffield
Wednesday football club ground at Hillsborough on
Saturday. Everyone has been horrified by this incredible
tragedy in which 94 lost their lives and 174 were injured.
Shortly after the start of the match, there was a surge of
spectators on the Leppings lane terrace, which crushed
many at the front against the perimeter fence. This
accounted for most of the deaths and injuries.
The match was due to start at 3 pm. J o help ensure
orderly access, the gates of the ground were opened at 12
noon. At 2.30 pm most of the Nottingham fans were in the
ground, but many of the Liverpool supporters were still
arriving. It was clear to the police officers in charge that
there was ample capacity still to be filled in some parts of
the enclosure allocated to Liverpool.
At about 2.45 pm there was a large crowd of Liverpool
supporters at the turnstiles in Leppings lane behind the
west stand. There was difficulty in coping with the pressure
on the turnstiles, and the police used loud hailers to urge
the crowd to be patient. At about 2.50, more Liverpool
supporters arrived and the numbers in front of the
turnstiles increased. Some supporters started to climb the
walls and turnstiles, and those at the front of the crowd
outside the stadium were under considerable pressure from
those behind.
The senior police officer present considered that there
was a possible danger to the lives of the spectators at the
front of the crowd outside the stadium. In order to relieve
the pressure, he arranged for an exit gate near the
turnstiles to be opened to let a section ,of the crowd
through. The relationship of that action to the disaster on
the terrace shortly afterwards is clearly a central question
to be investigated.
My right hon. Friend the Prime Minister and I
yesterday visited the football ground and the two Sheffield
hospitals which received casualties. I should like to pay
tribute to all those involved in the rescue operations at the
ground, including the many spectators who gave their
help, and to those others, including the hospital staffs and
voluntary agencies, who have since been working so hard
treating the injured and consoling the bereaved. We heard
many accounts of courage exerted on behalf of others.
I have asked for further factual reports from the police
and other services, the local authority and the Football
Association. Inquests will be held in due course. But over
and above this, there is clearly need for a full and
independent inquiry to identify the causes of the disaster
and to examine what needs to be done to prevent such an
accident happening again. I have therefore asked Lord
Justice Taylor to carry out an inquiry with the following
terms of reference:
“ T o inquire into the events at Sheffield W ednesday
fo otball ground on 15 A pril 1989 and to m ake recom m endatio
n s ab o u t the needs o f crow d control and safety at sports
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Mr. Brian Johnson, the chief constable of Lancashire, has
agreed to assist the inquiry as an assessor, and
arrangements'will be made as necessary for o t h e r qualified
assessors to be appointed and for the inquiry to be
provided with technical advice and support. I am asking
that the inquiry should proceed with all possible speed.
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Lord Justice Taylor will visit Sheffield tomorrow to begin
his investigation. I am grateful to him for agreeing to
undertake this task.
However, we need also to take a wider view. The
Government believe that the future of football in this
country lies in a national- membership scheme in
designated grounds—[Interruption.]—and now, it seems,
also in providing all-seated accommodation at major
football clubs. This would involve the disappearance of
terraces at those grounds. It might" also involve
amendments to strengthen the Football Spectators Bill so
that its provision for the licensing of grounds matched this
concept. We shall be considering these matters urgently.
An appeal fund is being set up by the civic authorities
of Liverpool, Nottingham and Sheffield. The Government
will be contributing £500,000 immediately towards this
fund.
This was a devastating tragedy. Our deep sympathy
goes to the families of those who died, to those recovering,
and—particularly moving yesterday—to those young
people who are still fighting for life and health. We owe a
duty, it seems to us, to these passionate supporters of
football to examine urgently and thoroughly the causes
and the background, and to do all in our power to prevent
such a thing from happening again. We have to set our
sights high and find a better way for British football.
Mr. Roy Hattersley (Birmingham, Sparkbrook): May I,
first of all, offer the deepest sympathy of my right hon. and
hon. Friends and myself to all those who were injured in
or bereaved by this, terrible tragedy. Little that we say will
help them at this moment, but I hope that they find some
comfort in the knowledge that the whole country shares
their grief and suffering. We also offer our hopes for a full
recovery to those 17 patients still in intensive care.
May I also express our gratitude to and our admiration
for all those individuals who did such remarkable work
saving lives, comforting the dying, and helping the injured
—police, fire officers, the ambulance service, St. John
Ambulance Brigade, doctors and nurses, the staff of the
club, and the football supporters who acted with such
great discipline and compassion?
May I go on to welcome the Home Secretary’s decision
to set up a public inquiry, and express our hope that its
report will lead to immediate and decisive action? May I
ask the Home Secretary about the police inquiry that is to
be carried out at the same time? Can we be assured that
neither its proceedings nor its conclusions will delay or
inhibit the public inquiry that he has announced today?
We need an unequivocal and authoritative account of
what happened at Hillsborough, why it happened, and
what must be done to prevent such a thing from ever
happening again. On the face of it, two parallel inquiries
are not the best way to achieve that result.
The report emanating from the public inquiry must be
followed by a reorganisation of football ground control,
which may take some time to achieve. I refer, for example,
to the replacement of terraces with seats. But some action
must be taken at once. Will the Home Secretary issue an
immediate instruction to those safety committees and chief
constables who have insisted upon football clubs installing
perimeter fences? Many football clubs have warned for
years that perimeter fencing is a potential danger. On
Saturday it proved lethal. It must not be maintained where
lives are put at risk.

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DMB
NEXT STEPS IN THE HILLSBOROUGH INQUIRY
List details of all the people involved - Health and Consumer Services,
Building Surveyor, Administration and Legal
Give three copies of (a) file summaries plus (b) panel reports and
decisions, plus (c) Working Group agendas/notes and (d) Working Party
notes to Keeble Hawsons - Mr Gregory.
D M B - (a) List all Council’s responsibilities under:
i) Statute and regulations
ii) Circulars
iii) Green Guide
iv) The September 1987 Panel Report
(b) Tie up responsibilities with what has actually
happened.
(c) Give a step by step statement to Catherine Leddy.
Introduction - Legislation - County Function
Designation - Issues, Story to date.
Meeting between us and our Barrister next week.

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DATS
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FAX: (0742) 523243
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Councillor C J C Betts BA
Leader
Sheffield City Council
Town Hall
Sheffield SI 2HH
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SOUTH YORKSHIRE POLICE
POLICE HEADQUARTERS
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SHEFFIELD S3 8LY
5 May 1989
At the Special Police Authority meeting on 21 April 1989 you asked whether
or not I was able to release to the Sheffield City Council, as licensing
authority under the Safety of Sports Ground legislation, a copy of the
Police Operational Order for the ill fated semi-final at Hillsborough,
together with a breakdown of police resources deployed both inside and
outside the football ground. At the meeting I informed you that I would
need to consult the legal officers for the Public Inquiry in respect of
the evidential status of that information.
I have now been advised by the Treasury Solicitor that it would be
inappropriate to release that information prior to it being introduced
into the public domain during the course of the Public Inquiry. I regret
therefore that I am unable to assist.

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CITY OF SHEFFIELD — MEMORANDUM
From Chief Executive To See Circulation Below
Date 9 May 1 9 8 9
Ref. AH/GW
Tel, Ext. 4 0 1 8 - Mr Webster Ref.
re: JUDICIAL INQUIRY - FRIDAY 28 APRIL and MONDAY 15 MAY
I thought it important that I write and pass on the compliments
received, primarily from the Treasury Solicitor but also from others
involved in the initial day of the Inquiry the 28th April, regarding
the administrative arrangements made for that day as can be seen
from the attached copy letter from Mr Whalley of the Home Office.
In particular, I would like to express my thanks to all those who
worked so hard to ensure that the arrangements went off smoothly
and efficiently and to thank them for their initial effort and their
continued help in the future.
Clearly, in a communication of this sort, it is perhaps wrong to
single out individuals in view of the team effort that went on but
nevertheless I feel that the work of the Administration Group and
the Building Survey Group in the Estates Division of Land and Planning
deserve attention, as do the efforts of the Licensing Section within
the Administration and Legal Department, Mr Creasey of the same
Department, Ms Sainty and Tony Flannagan of Cleansing and of course
the efforts of Pat O'Neill and Hazel Smith in terms of overall coordination
and liaison.
Whilst quite obviously we would all have hoped that the arrangements
would have been required for a happier purpose, I nevertheless repeat
my thanks and appreciation and those of the Leader for the efforts
put in so far and in the future.
Circulation:
Director of Land and Planning
Chief Personnel Officer
Director of Cleansing Services
Acting Head of Administration and Legal
cc Councillor C J C Betts, Leader
Sch 9160

INQUIRY INTO THE HILLSBOROUGH
STADIUM DISASTER
Ian Podmore Esq
Chief Executive
Sheffield City Council
Town Hall
SHEFFIELD
IW . VOd-MC>U
HILLSBOROUGH DISASTER INQUIRY
The Rt Hon Lord Justice Taylor
50 Queen Anne’s Gate
London SW1H 9AT
01-273 2577/3602/2370
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I write in confirmation of our telephone conversation on 19 April
and my visit to Sheffield on 20 April to discuss with your staff
arrangements for the Hillsborough Stadium Disaster Inquiry.
Lord Justice Taylor is extremely grateful to the City Council for
making the facilities of the Town Hall available to him fox his
Inquiry, and has asked me to write to you to express his
gratitude. He was particularly grateful for all the excellent
arrangements made for the preliminary hearing on 28 April.
May I add my personal thanks for the assistance of Mr Pat
O'Neill, Mrs Hazel Smith and their colleagues, who have been
quite outstanding in the help and support they have already given
to me and my staff. »
R M WHALLEY

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City of Sheffield
M etro p olitan District
Roger Pensam , FCIS, M B IM , Solicitor
Head of D ep artm en t
Administration and Legal Department
Tow n Hall
Sheffield S I 2HH
Our reference GP/262/DMB Telephone 0742-26444
Facsim ile 0742-735003
Vour reference
ENT77477-19-32
Telecom G old
Telex
7 6 :L M X 0 8 6
54243 SHFLIB G
Date
or 265871 M O N R E F G (quote ref L M X 086;
Mr. D. J. Mould,
The Home Office,
Queen Anns Gate,
London,
SW1H 9AT.
Dear Mr. Mould,
9th May, 1989
Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 -
The Hillsborough Stadium____________
Thank you for your letter of 2nd May. I must say I had not realised that
the Home Secretary had in fact requested a factual report from the Council
on the tragic events at Hillsborough. I am, of course, aware that you spoke
to my Chief Licensing Officer, Mr. Bownes, on a number of occasions but he
tells me that the conversations involved the supply of copies of the Safety
Certificate and relevant plans to you. Obviously I am willing to attempt to
provide you with such information as you may require but I ask you to bear
in mind that Council Officers are currently very heavily engaged in
preparing the Council's submission to the Inquiry.
I should say that the Council's submission to the Inquiry will, obviously,
go into considerable detail about the situation at Hillsborough and I would
hope that in itself it would meet the Home Secretary's requirements for a
report. In the belief that this is true I will let you have a copy of the
submission as soon as it is available. If in the meantime you require aijy
more factual information please specify exactly what it is you require and I
will attempt to supply it.
Moving on to the question of the Council's submission to the Inquiry it
would assist me greatly if you would let me have your views on the role of
the Home Office and.a description of your responsibilities as you see them
in relation to the Safety of Sports Grounds Legislation. It would also be
of assistance if you could let me have your views on the subject of
perimeter fencing at football stadia.
R7503/1 For te lep h o n e enquiries on this m atte r please ring
734690 - Mr. Bownes
(STD C ode 0742)

Obviously these two issues will be relevant to the Inquiry and your
Assistance in commenting on them will be most appreciated. If the need
arises please do not hesitate to contact me again.
Yours sincerely,
Acting Head of Department.
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The Home Office,
Queen Anns Gate,
Loudon,
SW1H 9AT.
Dear Mr. Mould,
ENT77477-19-32
9th Hay, 1989
Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 -
The Hillsborough Stadium
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Thank you for your letter of 2nd May. I must say I had not realised that
the Home Secretary had in fact requested a factual report from the Council
on the tragic events at Hillsborough. I am, of course, aware that you spoke
to my Chief Licensing Officer, Mr. Boxfnes, on a number of occasions but he
tells ms that the conversations involved the supply of copies of the Safety
Certificate and relevant plans to you. Obviously I -im willing to attempt to
provide you with such information as you assy require but I ask you to beer
in mind that Council Officers are currently very heavily engaged In
preparing the Council's submission to the Inquiry.
I should say that, the Council's submission to the Inquiry will, obviously*
go into considerable detail about the situation at Hillsborough and I would
hope that in itself it would meet the Hone Secretary's requirements for a
report. In the belief that this is true I will let you have a copy of the
submission as soon as it is available. If in the meantime you require any
more factual information please specify exactly what It is you require and 1
will attempt to supply it.
Moving on to the question of the Council's submission to the Inquiry it
would assist me greatly if you would let oe have your views on the role of
the Home Office and s description of your responsibilities as you see then
in relation to the Safety of Sports Grounds Legislation. It would also be
of assistance if you could let oe have your views on the subject of
perimeter fencing at football stadia.
734690 - Mr. Bownes

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Assistance in commenting on them will be most appreciated. Xf the need
arises please do not hesitate to contact me again.
Yours sincerely,
Acting Head of Department.
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The Building Surveyor
Department of Land and Planning
uate 9th May, 1989
Ref- BSD/A.Bu/NP
Tel. Ext. 4162 - Mr. Butler
Hillsborough Inquiry
CITY OF SHEFFIELD — MEMORANDUM
To The Head of Administration
and Legal Department
Ref.
Sch 9162
For the attention of Mr.d .Bownes
Your request for plan printing and document copying were processed through
this department.
A substantial amount of the work had to be carried out by the Department
of Design and Building Services on a recoverable basis.
Please advise me of the expenditure code to which these costs should be
recharged.

A. H. GREGORY
C. J . PRYCE
P. A.SEALEY
K. L. WE3STER
M. A. PLATT
Consultant: ....
A. H. CONNELL
N. T. HAWSON
G. CONNELL
A, J. COOM3E
C M. M, AYRE
KEEBLE HAWSON
SOLICITORS
Incorporating 3ranson Eramiey & Co.
Mr. M. Webster,
Acting Head
Legal & Administration Department
Town Hall
SHEFFIELD 1.
OLD CATHEDRAL VICARAGE.
ST.JAMES’ ROW.
TELEPHONE 0742-722061
MDX NO. 10537
FAX NO. 0742 - 700813
FAX NO. 0742 - 750243
SHEFFIELD.
9th May, 1989
SI 1XA.
OUR REF: YOUR REF: WHEN YOU TELEPHONE OR CAUL PLEASE ASK FOR:
AHG/AG/HILLSBOROUGH AH/DG Mr. Gregory
Dear Mr. Webster,
Hillsborough Inquiry - Sheffield City Council
I enclose a copy letter from the Treasury Solicitor dated
the 9th May, 1989 for your information.
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Yours faithfully,
KEEBLE^HAWSON
ADMINSSTRA'
THE FIRM 15 REGULATED SY THE LAW SOCIETY IN THE CONDUCT OF INVESTMENT BUSINESS

THE TREASURY SOLICITOR
Queen Anne’s Chambers '
28 Broadway London SW1H 9JS
Telephones Direct Lins Q1-2tQ 2109
Switchboard 01-210 3000
Telex 917554 GTN 210
Fax No. 01-222 6006 - 210-3433
DX No. 2313 Victoria_________________________________________ _
Messrs Kesbie Hawsons Please quote
7 5t James Row L89/2117
Sheffield Your reference
SI 1XA
Date
For the attention of Miss Gregory/Miss Avre__________ 9 Mav 1989
B Y F A X A N D LETTER
HILLSBOROUGH INQUIRY - SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL
You will recall that at the pre-inquiry meeting on 28th April Lord Justice Taylor
indicated that any body against whom any allegations was to be made would be
informed of it and the substance of the evidence supporting it
You will appreciate that the task of assembling the evidence for the Inquiry is a
formidable one and statements are still being taken. However, it seemed right to let
you have what must be a preliminary indication of criticisms which may be levelled at
the City Council, as the locai authority responsible for the safety certificates under
the Safety of Sports Grounds Act, 1975, as soon as possible before the commencement
of the Inquiry.
The following are the main criticisms which so far appear from the evidence availabie:-
1. The pens on the terraces at the Leppings Lane end of the ground constituted c
potential danger i£ crowdcJ. Tiie merits u£ tigress onto tHe OiZCTl were
inadequate and you should have insisted that there were more gates, that they
were properly signed, that there were means of access laterally between the"
pens, again properly marked, and that ail gangways were properly marked.
2. The directional signs were inadequate, so that those entering were necessarily
channelled to the tunnel leading to the central two pens.
3. The crush barriers within the pens were not properly positioned and one at least
was of insufficient strength.
4. The tunnel giving access to the terrace was not ox a constant gradient but
sloped steeply at the terrace end: this was potentially hazardous if a large
crowd came down the tunnel.

5. The wail at the turnstiles was not adequate to prevent persons climbing into the
ground.
6 Access by ambulances or fire engines to the playing area and the surround was
not adequately provided for. Furthermore, the provision of first-aid equipment
was insufficient.
Should any further matters deserving of criticism come to our attention, we will of
course let you know of them. . . . .
DAVID B R U M M E L L
Assistant Treasury Solicitor

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THE TREASURY SOLICITOR
Queen Anne’s Chambers ' -■
28 Broadway London SW1H 9JS
Telephones Direct Line 01-210 2 1 0 9
Switchboard 01-210 3000
Telex 917564 GTN 210
Fax No. 01-222 6006 - 210-3488
DX No. 2318 Victoria
Messrs Keeble Hawsons Please quote
7 St James Row L89/2117
Sheffield Your reference
SI 1XA
Date
For the attention of Miss Gregory/Miss Ayre 9 May 1989
BY F A X A N D LETTER
HILLSBOROUGH INQUIRY - SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL
You will recall that at the pre-inquiry meeting on 28th April Lord Justice Taylor
indicated that any body against whom any allegations was to be made would be
informed of it and the substance of the evidence supporting it — 4
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You will appreciate that the task of assembling the evidence for the Inquiry is a
formidable one and statem ents are still being taken. However, it seemed right to let
you have what must be a preliminary indication of criticisms which may be levelled at
the City Council, as the local authority responsible for the safety certificates under
the Safety of Sports Grounds Act, 1975, as soon as possible before the commencement
of the Inquiry.
) ! The following are the main criticisms which so far appear from the evidence avaiiable:-
1. The pens on the terraces at the Leppings Lane end of the ground constituted a
p o t e n t i a l d a n g e r if c r o w d c d . The iiK s u n s o £ egress onxo the pitch were
inadequate and you should have insisted that there were more gates, that they
were properly signed, that there were means of access laterally between the
pens, again properly marked, and that all gangways were properly marked.
2. The directional signs were inadequate, so that those entering were necessarily
channelled to the tunnel leading to the central two pens.
3. The crush barriers within the pens were not properly positioned and one at least
was of insufficient strength.
The tunnel giving access to the terrace was not of a constant gradient but
sloped steeply at the terrace end: this was potentially hazardous if a large
crowd cam e down the tunnel.
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5. The wall at the turnstiles was not adequate to prevent persons climbing into the
ground.
6. Access by ambulances or fire engines to the playing area and the surround was
not adequately provided for. Furthermore, the provision of first-aid equipment
was insufficient.
Should any further m atters deserving of criticism come to our attention, we will of
course let you know of them.
you o n o s
DAVID BRUMMELL
Assistant Treasury Solicitor
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Telephone 0742-726444
Facsimilie 0742-735003
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with compliments

OFFICERS OF SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL
INVOLVED IN SAFETY 0? SPORTS GROUNDS' MATTERS
Name Post Held Dates of
From:
D.M. 3ownes
D. Purchon
J. Rice
M. Ford
C. Reed
D. 3ird
P. Jackson
D. Moore
D. Sneriff
G. Swann
Chief Licensing Officer,
Administration and Legal
Department
Director of Health and
Consumer Services
Assistant Director of
Health and Consumer
Services
Acting Assistant
Principal Officer,
Health and Consumer
Services Department.
jfeertng Principal
Officer, Health and
Consumer Services
Department - r'N
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Acting Assistant
Director of Health and
Consumer Services
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Officer, Health and
Consumer Services
Department
Environmental Health
Officer, Healtr. ana
Consumer Services
Department
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Principal Engineer,
Department of Land and
Planning
Assistant Principal
Engineer, Department 01
Land and Planning
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To:
Which Stadia?
1.4.86 Date All three
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15.4.89 Date ffl( tL'r-i.-Z
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15.4.89 Date
19.5.88 Date
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Name Post Held Dates of Involvement: Which Stadia?
From: To:
A. S. McKenzie
(Retlred)
Assistant Principal
Engineer, Department
of Land and Planning
R. Hardcastle Senior Engineer,
Department of Land and
Planning
J.M. Linton Senior Engineer,
Department of Land and
Planning
G.A. Davison
(Now left the
Department)
Engineer, Department
of Land and Planning
A. Butler Principal District
Surveyor, Department
of Land and Planning
A.S. Roberts
(Now retired)
C. Green
(Now retired')
Principal District
Surveyor, Department
of Land and Planning
District Surveyor,
Department of Land and
Planning
N. Atk.ir.ssn Assistant District
Surveyor, Department of
Land and Planning
M. Harvey
(Now left tne Department of Land and
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R3719
From Acting Head of Department:
Administration and Legal
Date
Ref.
Tel. Ext.
CITY OF SHEFFIELD — MEMORANDUM
12 May 1989
AH/GW
4018 - Mr Webster Ref.
HILLSBOROUGH INQUIRY - UPDATE
To Councillor C J C Betts
Leader
Sch 9160
cc Councillor J Piore
Chair: MEGS
Chief Executive
— D Bowno3-----------------------------
With regard to the above matter I attach, for your information and
attention, copies of various communications received from Mr Whalley
at the Home Office on behalf of Lord Justice Taylor confirming first
of all that the Home Office will meet the Council's costs in terms
of the Inquiry and secondly thanking staff for the arrangements so
far made and finally thanking the Members for moving the Annual Council
Meeting.
In addition on a different tack, I also enclose a copy of a note
of the opening day of the Inquiry prepared by Liz Bashforth which
I believe gives a flavour of the events on that morning.
In addition, I also enclose copies of correspondence passing between
the Police, Sheffield Wednesday and South Yorkshire County Council
regarding the semi-final incident in April 1981 which apparently
resulted from large numbers of fans entering the ground at the last
moment.
Finally, I also enclose a copy of a letter from the Treasury Solicitors
setting out what they suggest will be the main criticisms so far
as this Authority is concerned, most if not all of which it is felt,
at this moment in time, can be answered. Obviously one of the first
steps in response to the letter would be to go back to the Treasury
Solicitors and ask them for details of the evidence they are using
to base their criticisms upon.
An outstanding issue is the matter of a formal report into the
Committee Structure concerning Hillsborough and in this regard I
have asked David Purchon to draft a factual document which I think
is the only report which is appropriate at this stage but there does
then remain the issue of how the Authority is going to deal with
the payment of overtime, etc, to staff who were involved in dealing
with the aftermath of Hillsborough and I would welcome the opportunity
of discussing this with you as my own opinion, expressed to the other
members of the Hillsborough Working Group is that probably it would
be better to deal with this administratively, if at all possible,
rather than include it as part of such a document, although clearly
the individuals concerned do need to be paid without delay.

INQUIRY INTO THE HILLSBOROUGH
STADIUM DISASTER
Ian L Podmore Esq
Chief Executive
City of Sheffield Metropolitan District
Town Hall
Sheffield
S1 2HH I AOMffSSTCATlON & LEGAL
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8 MAY 1989 jpM
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HILLSBOROUGH STADIUM DISASTER INQUIRY
CC
The Rt Hon Lord Justice Taylor
50 Queen Anne’s Gate
London SW1H 9AT
01-273 2577/3602/2370
Date
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5 May 1 989
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Thank you for your fax of 4 May, received this morning, about
which I spoke to Mr Webster's secretary when I received it. I
think'that your fax has crossed with mine of the same date, which
I hope gives you the answer you were seeking about the Home
Office meeting the costs of the Inquiry in principle. The next
stage is, I think, for us to start to look at the details. You
very reasonably make the point that you cannot enter into
commitments for not inconsiderable sums on the strength of verbal
assurances alone. I hope that that position is now clarified.
In your letter of 4 May you also say that the members have agreed
to move the Annual General Meeting of the Council (scheduled for
17 May) from the Town Hall into other premises. I mentioned this
to Lord Justice Taylor today. He has asked me to express his
gratitude to the members for their generous understanding in this
respect. He realises that this will involve disruption and
disappointment to some, but is glad that the momentum of the
Inquiry can be maintained in its first week. I would therefore
be grateful if you could pass on to the members Lord Justice
Taylor's appreciation of their decision about the Annual General-
Meeting. \f I C?w\o
U.P.
R M WHALLEY
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HB3AAB/PGT/1
28th April, 1989
HILLSBOROUGH INQUIRY
LORD JUSTICE TAYLOR
On 15th April there was an horrendous disaster at Hillsborough.
95 people died, many were injured. I have been appointed by the Home
Secretary to conduct an Inquiry into the disaster.
May I convey my deepest sympathy to the bereaved and injured and
the same from the Inquiry Staff.
The terms of reference of the Inquiry are to investigate the events
at Sheffield Wednesday Football Ground on 15th April and make
recommendations in relation to crowd control and safety of sports grounds
I am solely responsible for the Inquiry, representation and
recommendations.
I am assisted by two assessors; Brian Johnson, Chief Constable of
Leicestershire and Professor Maunder, a professor in Mechanical
Engineering at Newcastle University.
This is a preliminary hearing to set out the nature of the Inquiry,
procedures and to hear applications from parties wishing to be
represented.
This is not a law suit where it is a case of winning or losing, it
is not akin to a criminal trial. No one is on trial.
The Inquiry will look at:-
(1) What happened
(2) Why it happened
(3) The lessons to be learned and recommenations.
If allegations are made I will consider them and if appropriate mak
a finding.
The object is to find the facts with all speed. I do not want this
constructive purpose spoilt by accusation and counter-accusation .
Regarding the scope and length of the Inquiry, because the people
involved as witnesses run into the 1,000's, West Midlands Police are
carrying out the exercise of gathering evidence. I welcome letters. A. 1.1
relevant evidence should be available but I want the Inquiry to be quick
and thorough.
I want to keep oral evidence within bounds. I will not allow oral
evidence which does not add to that already given but written statements
will be considered.
The Inquiry will have three Counsels, Andrew Collins Q.C., Alan •
Goldsack and Bernard Phillips. All witnesses who give oral evidence are
called on my behalf.
That witness may also be called by their advisors.

HB3AA3/PGT/2
Before any witness is called they have to have first given a written
statement. The witness may be cross-examined but I will limit
cross-examinations as I think fit.
If an allegation is made against a body or an individual, that body
or individual must be informed and can call evidence in answer to the
allegation.
■ The oral hearing will commence on the 15th May at 10.30 a.m., and
will concentrate on the events of the 15th April and why it happened. The
Inquiry will be public.
The second part of the Inquiry - relating to the future- I will give
directions later on how this will be conducted.
I would like to receive written submissions on recommendations for
crowd control and safety at sports grounds as soon as possible.
The press- will be given proper assistance and save in exceptional
circumstances copies of statements made by a witness will be available to
the press shortly before that winess is called.
There will be no photography or filming or sound recording during
the Inquiry. I can and will enforce that rule.
I request the press not to interview any witness before they have
completed their evidence to the Inquiry. I believe that will only impede
a difficult task.
I expect parties to be represented by lawyers. Any person or body
wishing to be represented must show good cause. They must have a direct
interest and it must be fair to be represented.
If there are several parties covered by the same interest they
should join together.
Any decision today on representation is not final.
If a party does not wish to be represented they can offer to make
evidence available through a statement as soon as possible.
In relation to costs, there are no statutory provisions. The
Secretary of State is able to meet costs and I make recommendations to the
Secretary of State.
I will consider that at the end. Costs would be on a common fund
basis.
I intend to make recommendations to pay the reasonable costs of
anyone who ought to be represented who may not know if they can afford it.
Certainly the families of the injured and deceased.
I will be sympathetic to football supporters, in particular
Liverpool supporters. I will be recommending that Liverpool supporters
costs are paid.

HB3AAB/PGT/3
REPRESENTATIONS
Mr. King - consortium of solicitors within and outside
Liverpool. Already met. Hillsborough Group of
Solicitors. 74 firms representing 200 families.
Contact through Liverpool Law Society.
Mr. Coombes - representing family of deceased and injured. May
combine with the consortium subject to
satisfactory Counsel.
Lord Justice Taylor - will agree 1 team to represent families.
Mr. Makin - represents 7 deceased, 50 injured - not entirely
happy with what took place at consortium meeting.
Counsel very busy. I represent so many interests
already there may be difficulties in only one
advocate.
Lord Justice Taylor - I don't see any difficulty. If for good
reason, separate representation is needed, I will consider it, but
it will have to be quite extraordinary.
Mr. Jackson - instructed by Football Supporters Association.
National Association - strength in Liverpool.
Information about travel to Sheffield, ticket
allocation, crowd control.
Lord Justice Taylor - satisfied will represent Liverpool Supporters
- work out what part want to play in first stage and what better for
second stage.
Costs - I will probably recommend are paid by the Secretary of
State.
N.B. If anyone wastes the time of the Inquiry I will consider the matter
of costs very carefully.
Mr. Glasgow
Mr. Purchas
- Insurers. Sun Alliance, of Club and Football
League. We will provide such assistance as you
need. No application for representation by Club
or respective parts.
- representation of stewards, turnstile men and
gatemen, casual employees of club. Lack of
consultation by the Club before the match.
Lord Justice Taylor - grant representation to the club but not
stewards (rep. by club). Dr. Purcell - drove to Sheffield
Wednesday - medical position on the day. Independent contractor. 2
other doctors, medical defence union for all 3.
Calaghan (Broomheads) - Trent Regional Health Authority Ambulance
Service.
Rallam - Sheffield Health Authority 2 hospitals.

HB3AAB/PGT/4
Lord Justice Taylor - nothing to stop watching brief. No
representation.
Michael Murphy - Sheffield City Council Licensing Authority.
Assist Inquiry in any way possible.
Lord Justice Taylor - responsible for perimeter fencing - grant
representation.
John Dyson - Football Association. Interest general and
specific. F.A. Cup responsible for selecting
ground, policing, took advice on decision that
Liverpool should be at the Leppings Lane end.
Lord Justice Taylor - I am not settling civil claims at this
hearing. Will grant representation.
Interested parties will receive copies of written statements.
Wood Q.C. - South Yorskhire Police - considerable interest.
Lord Justice Taylor - will be represented.
Robinson - Fire Services - Officers at match. Also involved
Licensing Fire Certificate.
Lord Justice Taylor - will be represented.
Colvin - National Council for Civil Liberties - no
appearance.
Swainson - Liverpool City Council, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral ,
St. Helens, Met. District Council. Lancashire and
Cheshire County Councils.
Representation in a collective capacity
(1) unlike most disasters - particularly affects
Merseyside. Local Authorities can justifiably
represent the wider people.
(2) Authorities believe by granting
representation can demonstrate awareness of need
for fairness, openness and thoroughness.
Degree of sensitivity and suspician of
communities represented.
Lord Justice Taylor - country aware of loss/grief Liverpool. For
the Inquirty representation to contribute to what happened and why.
Can't see what representation will add. Want views of football
supporters. Don't think need representations from the local
authorities to impress on me or the public the need for impartiality
and openness. I reject the application - not through a lack of
sensitivity but from a sensitivity of the need to get on quickly. ‘ I
respect your reason but am not persuaded.
Wright - St. John's Ambulance. Don't want representation,
reserving our position.

NO MORE APPLICATIONS
Inquiry achieving purpose - will have to keep good time - tight ship
- intend to do. Confine to relevant matters. Avoid waste,of time.
King
HB3AAB/PGT/5
King
King
- application to change venue of Inquiry to
Liverpool.
Lord Justice Taylor - no good reasons here - ground services - not
minded to move part of the Inquiry to Liverpool. Will consider
later.
- first part - what and why
- second part - future.
- application to give statements direct to the
Inquiry and not through the police.
Lord Justice Taylor - don't have to go through the police, but has
to be a comparing of information, but can present direct evidence.
- want assurance statements will only be used for
the Inquiry, not civil claims.
Lord Justice Taylor - point will be considered. All witnesses
expenses will be paid. 10.30 Monday 15th May.

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Chairman: H . E. M cG EE
M a n a g e r J . L C H A R L T O N , O.B.E.
Secretary; E E N G L A N D
Dear Sir,
Foot6oll Cub
Limited
Registered Office-------------------------
Hillsborough, Sheffield S6 1SW
Telephone: 0742-343123/4
Telegrams: Wednesday Sheffield 6
Registered No. 6247SEngland
South York
County Hal
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Barnsley,
5th April 1981
SEMI-FINAL - 11TH APRIL 1981 ' ......
On the occasion of the above match, there was an incident
at the Leppings Lane end of the ground, in the standing
enclosure, which resulted in injuries to spectators
because of crushing. .......
From our enquiries it appears t he.crushing was caused
through Tottenham supporters arriving late, due to
problems on the Motorway, and rushing to their places
after the game had commenced, thereby causing problems
to spectators at the front of the terracing who had
been in the ground a considerable length of time.
According to our turnstile readings there were 335 in
excess of the stipulated capacity for that particular
area; this was the result of Tottenham fans having
purchased tickets from Wolverhampton and on arrival
st Turnstile *N’, Penistone Road, which was the
Wolverhampton standing area, were directed by the
police to the other end of the ground where the
Tottenham fans were standing.
I give below details of injuries reported to me:-
30 spectators treated by St. John«s Ambulance
Brigade for minor ailments, etc.
Treated at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital
Age 30 years
,J Corby.
Badly cut hand - stidied*
Age 20 years
Enfield.
Foot injury - two stitches.
cont.

c^-t-h Yorkshire County Council 15th Aprxl 1981
Age 21 years
__________________ Walthamstow*
Drunk and disorderly - Hospitalised
with stomach upset.
Treated at the Northern General Hospital - 5 Spectators.
As the hospital refuse to co-operate with names, addresses,
I can only tell you that according to the polxce, xnjurxes
received were:-
2 - Broken arms
1 - Broken leg
1 - Head graze
1 - Not known
The overall report of crowd behaviour, both inside and
outside the stadium, was very good indeed*.
Yours faithfully,
Secretary.
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SHEFFIELD ;
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J . H . B R O W N L O W , Q .P .M . "
CHIEF CONSTABLE
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The Secretary (E A Croker Esq)
The Football Association
16 Lancaster Gate
LONDON
02 3LW
Copy to Chief Executive
Dear Sir
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3 June 1981
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FA CUP SEMI-FINAL - 11 APRIL 1981 ' '
I would refer to the FA Cup Semi-Final match between Wolverhampton
Wanderers Football Club’and Tottenham Hotspur Football Club, held at
Hillsborough Stadium, the home of Sheffield Wednesday Football Club, on
Saturday 11 April 1981.
As you will no doubt be aware many similar Semi-Final matches have been
held at this ground without previous problems. The stadium is issued with
a certificate under the provisions of the Safety in Sports Grounds Act 1975.
This limits the total capacity of the ground to 50,174. The area of the
Leppings Lane enclosure has a capacity of 10,100.
Prior to the match itself, difficulties were envisaged because both sets
of supporters were obliged to use the Ml Motorway. This problem was added
to when a major road accident occurred on the Ml near to its junction with
the A38. The problem was exacerbated by a coach breaking down further along
the motorway, and by extensive road works. This set of circumstances
caused a large number of spectators, predominantly Tottenham Hotspur fans,
to be held up on the motorway for some 90 minutes. As you will appreciate
traffic jams built up and resulted in a sudden influx of large numbers of
football supporters to the area of the ground at around the time for the
start of the match when a fairly steady build up of support throughout the
afternoon could have been anticipated.
I now wish to outline an aspect of the problem which could have been avoided
and which should be anticipated for future similar occasions.
Cn the day before the Wolverhampton ticket allocation was put on sale to
the public, Tottenham Hotspur played Coventry City Football Club at Coventry
in a league match. Many Tottenham Hotspur supporters stayed overnight in
Coventry and travelled the short distance to Wolverhampton to obtain tickets
which were at a premium in London. Others also made the journey from London
to Wolverhampton on the Sunday. This completely defeated the spectator
policy which is put into effect at these matches and which places the largest
groups of standing supporters at, opposite ends of the ground. Neither of

the two participating Semi-Final clubs saw fit to inform the South
Yorkshire Police, Sheffield Wednesday Football Club or the Football
Association about this situation and in that event the mixing of supporters
was not^roperiy"catered for.' The result of this was that some 400
Tottenham fans had to be removed from the Spion Kop, in the interests
of general safety and public order, and were accommodated in the Leppings
Lane end of the ground,-, which had been designated for use by Spurs
supporters.
The capacity at the Leppings Lane end is 10,100 and this obviously contains
a safety factor. At a previous match some 400 holders of forged tickets
gained entry into this part of the ground and were absorbed without any
apparent difficulty. However, on this date turnstile readings showed
that 10,435 people were admitted to this part of the ground.
A policy of packing spectators occurs at most football grounds where
large crowds are in attendance so that all the available space is utilised.
On this occasion the Tottenham Hotspur fans, who had arrived early in the
day and taken up advantageous viewing points, refused to move into the
centre of this enclosure,1 thereby creating a jamming effect at the
extremeties of it. The late arrivals caused an immediate problem upon
gaining access to the Leppings Lane area because of rushing forward
immediately upon entering after Tottenham Hotspur had scored a goal soon
after kick off. This resulted in a number of crushing injuries on this
terrace including broken arms, legs and crushed ribs. In all, some 38
fans received treatment either at hospital or from the St John. Ambulance
representatives present at the game.
As a result ox tliis xne safety gates at uhe xrcnt ox trie ijeppxngs Ajaiis
enclosure were opened and spectators at the front were allowed to go
onto the playing area perimeter track to relieve the pressure within the
terrace. Due to the problems being created by crushing, my officers also
refused access to the Leppings Lane enclosure to spectators waiting to
get in. In my view no other course of action could have been adopted in
the interest of public safety.
During the half time interval my officers attempted to move the spectators
who were standing or seated within the tracks around onto the normal
spectator areas. During this manoeuvre some rather foolish youngsters
did run onto the pitch but the situation was quickly brought under control
by officers within the ground.
In conclusion I would add that there were no other incidents either
inside or outside the ground other than those caused by the circumstances
I have described. The circumstances I have outlined have been discussed
at length and will be borne in mind in the planning of future similar
events. Discussions are to take place with my officers and officials
of Sheffield Wednesday Football Club regarding suggestions for obviating
the problems caused within the Leppings Lane terrace on this occasion.
Yours faithfully
Chief^Constable

Messrs Keeble Hawsons
7 St James Row
Sheffield
SI 1XA
THE TREASURY SOLICITOR
Queen Anne’s Chambers' -
28 Broadway London S W 1 H 9JS
Telephones Direct Line 01 -210 2 1 0 9
Switchboard 01-210 3000
Telex 917564 GTN 210
Fax No. 01-222 6006 - 210-3488
DX No. 2318 Victoria
For the attention of Miss Gregory/Miss Ayre
BY FAX A N D LETTER
HILLSBOROUGH INQUIRY - SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL
Please quote
L89/2117
Your reference
Date
9 May 1989
You will recall that at the pre-inquiry meeting on 28th April Lord Justice Taylor
indicated that any body against whom any allegations was to be made would be
informed of it and the substance of the evidence supporting it
— ) ^
You will appreciate that the task of assembling the evidence for the Inquiry is a
formidable one and statements are still being taken. However, it seemed right to let
you have what must be a preliminary indication of criticisms which may be levelled at
the City Council, as the local authority responsible for the safety certificates under
the Safety of Sports Grounds Act, 1975, as soon as possible before the commencement
of the Inquiry.
The following are the main criticisms which so far appear from the evidence available:-
1. The pens on the terraces at the Leppings Lane end of the ground constituted a
potential danger if ciowdcj. The mediis of egress onto me pitch were
inadequate and you should have insisted that there were more gates, that they
were properly signed, that there were means of access laterally between the
pens, again properly marked, and that all gangways were properly marked.
2. The directional signs were inadequate, so that those entering were necessarily
channelled to the tunnel leading to the central two pens.
3. The crush barriers within the pens were not properly positioned and one at least
was of insufficient strength.
The tunnel giving access to the terrace was not of a constant gradient but
sloped steeply at the terrace end: this was potentially hazardous if a large
crowd came down the tunnel.
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5. The wail at the turnstiles was not adequate to prevent persons climbing into the
ground.
6. Access by ambulances or fire engines to the playing area and the surround was
not adequately provided for. Furthermore, the provision of first-aid equipment
was insufficient.
Should any further matters deserving of criticism come to our attention, we will of
course let you know of them.
DAVID BR U M M E L L
Assistant Treasury Solicitor
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CITY OF SHEFFIELD - MEMORANDUM
"~om Director of Health & Consumer I To Mark Webster, Acting Head of Admin
Services I & Legal
I For the a 11 M-g—g-gownes
Date 15 May 89 I
Ref JH/ML I
Tel Ext 4609 - Mr Hendley I Ref
HILLSBOROUGH INQUIRY
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DEPT., SHEFFIELD.
HEAD OF iAo-o'-ol aN I U q
DFPT. 1 H E A Q _ J t ± j
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Having read the letter from the Treasury Solicitor dated 9 May 89 re the
above I would wish to make the following comments.
1. Stadium capacity and means of escape are specific areas on which South
Yorkshire Fire Service were asked to comment under the existing
administrative system for the certification process, similarly crowd
control and evacuation procedures are within the remit of South Yorkshire
Police. On a general note however the central pens at the west end would
appear to be too small to warrant separate access/egress gangways. The
area immediately surrounding the exit to the tunnel is yellow cross
hatched to identify this as a gangway area.
2. The provision of directional flow exit and emergency exit signs are a
specific function of the grounds safety officer and also an integral part
of a comprehensive safety management plan. You will recall that as a
result of advice from this department the Club have been encouraged to
appoint the Club Secretary as Safety Officer with effect from October
1987. However with the exception of this appointment no significant
progress has been made in drawing up a comprehensive safety management
plan. My officers are of the opinion that the sign provision is both
inadequate and ineffective.
3. The location and strength of crush barriers should have been adequately
covered by the Building Surveyor's report and the annual report of the
Club's Consulting Engineer. However the enclosed plan of the west end
drawn up after the events of the 15th April indicate that the barriers do
not fully comply with the Green Guide in terms of height and spacing.
4. The statement that the access tunnel is not of a constant gradient is
correct. The enclosed drawing shows the relevant changes in gradient
from 1:23 to 1:6. Whether or not this constitutes a potential hazard is a
subjective assessment which of course is much aided by hindsight.
5. I am not in a position to comment on the references to the height of the
turnstile wall.
6. Access to emergency vehicles is once again a central element of the safety
management plan which the Club has, until very recently i.e. post
distaster, been reluctant to progress save for, as recently mentioned, the
appointment of the Club Secretary as Safety Officer.
With regard to the provision of First Aid facilities and equipment; this
has been the subject of extended correspondence between this department
and yourselves between August 1987 and February 1988 (copies can be made
available). The essence of the correspondence has been an attempt to
secure an adequately constructed and equipped First Aid Room and a
formalisation of the arrangement for attendance of First Aiders.

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I trust you find these comments of use and assistance. If you wish to
discuss these or any other matters further then please do not hesitate to
contact me on the number shown.
D W Purchon
Director of Health & Consumer Services
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A. H. GREGORY
C. J. PRYCE
P. A. SEALEY
K. L. WEBSTER
M. A. PLATT
Consultant
A. H. CONNELL
OUR REF:
N. T. HAWSON
G. CONNELL
A. J. COOMBE
C. M . M. AYRE
KEEBLE HAWSON
SOLICITORS
Incorporating Branson Bramley & Co.
Mr M Webster
Acting Head
Legal & Administration Department
Town Hall
Sheffield
AHG/TPJ/Hillsborough AH
Dear Mr Webster
Hillsborough Inquiry - Sheffield City Council
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We refer to our discussion with Ms Leddy, and confirm that
Mr Murphy's Brief has been marked at £13,000.00 with refreshers
of £500.00 per day.
We also confirm that our agreement is that Sheffield City
Council will be responsible for the difference between Mr
Murphy's fees and those of the Junior instructed by South
Yorkshire Police, together with any fees incurred by yourselves
on matters which relate solely to your own interests and
do not involve any matters which would concern the Insurers.
Yours faithfully
I ADMINISTRATION & LEGAL
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SHEFFIELD M A G IS TR A TE S ' C O U R T
JO HN R IC HM AN, B.A.
SOLICITOR
CLERK TO THE JUSTICES
F. S. T. DEALY,
BARRISTER
DEPUTY CLERK TO THE JUSTICES
CASTLE STREET
SHEFFIELD S3 8LU
TELEPHONE No. (0742) 768535
FAX: (0742) 720129
Our Ref., DMW/10970 Your Ref. 16th May, 1989
Dear Mr. Bownes
Safety of Sportsground Act, 1975
R3869
Pec**4
Lp- •
I am aware that as a result of the Hillsborough tragedy the
conditions attached to the Safety Certificates at the two football
grounds in Sheffield are to be reviewed. The Courts Committees
in South Yorkshire have recently met to discuss the implications of
the Hillsborough events, and in particular, the possibility that the
removal of fencing within grounds may lead to an increase in hooliganism
and offending inside football grounds. Clearly an increase in
offending has implications as far as the court is concerned and
contingency plans with regard to sentencing policy and planning of
courts need to be put in hand.
In view of this I would be grateful if I could be given an
early indication of any policy changes that you intend to introduce
in respect of the Safety Certificates in question.
Mr. D. Bownes,
Chief Licensing Officer,
Sheffield City Council,
Town Hall,
Sheffield.
rOR TELEPHONE ENQUIRES ON THIS MATTE R (’LEASE ASK FCR
Yours sincerely,
Mr. White 269
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Services
23rd May 1989
EPU/JCH/PB
4609 - Mr. Hendley
CITY OF SHEFFIELD - MEMORANDUM
To Acting Head of Administration
& Legal Dept.
Ref
INVOLVEMENT OF HEALTH AND CONSUMER SERVICES STAFF
IN SAFETY IN SPORTS GROUNDS MATTERS
(FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. D. BOWNES
CHIEF LICENSING OFFICER)
C O r * . -
Please find enclosed details of this Department's involvement in Safety in
Sports Grounds matters upto and including the events of 15th April 1989.
If you have any queries or require further information then please do not
hesitate to contact me.

INVOLVEMENT OF HEALTH AND CONSUMER SERVICES STAFF
IN SAFETY OF SPORTS GROUNDS
NAME POST HELD DATES INVOLVEMENT
D. W. Purchon Director of Health 6.10.86.
and Consumer - Date
Services
J. N. jtice Assistant Director
of Health and
Consumer Services
(Public Health
Division)
P. T. Jackson Acting Principal
Environmental
Health Officer
(i) Chief Officer of Department
responsible for General
Health and Safety Advice to
Safety in Sports Grounds
Working Party.
(ii)Post disaster inspection of
Hillsboro1 "in progress"
inspections of Owlerton and
Bramall Lane.
16.2.87. (i) Assistant Director of
- Date Division responsible for
General Health and Safety
Advice to Safety in Sports
Grounds Working Party.
(ii)Post disaster inspection of
Hillsboro1, Owlerton and
Bramall Lane.
Oct.1987 (i) Deputy Manager of the Unit
(Environmental Protection
Unit) responsible for
General Safety Advice to
Working Party.
22.1.89.
- Date
R. M. Ford Acting Assistant 22.1.89.
Principal Environ- - Date
mental Health Officer
C. J. Reed Principal Environ- 1.4.86.
mental Health Officer -
(now left Department)22.1.89.
(ii)Manager of above Unit.
15.4.89. (iiipreliminary investigation
of disaster site.
(i) Deputy Manager of
Environmental Protection
Unit.
15.4.89. (ii)Preliminary investigation
of disaster site.
(i) Manager of Environmental
Protection Unit.
(ii)Detail involvement in spion
kop development at
Hillsborough.

D. Bird
D. Moore
B. Platts
NAME POST HELD DATES INVOLVEMENT
EPU/JCH/PB
22nd May 1989.
EP2AMX
Acting Assistant 1.4.86.
Director of Health
and Consumer 16.2.87.
Services.
Environmental July 1986
Health Officer
(currently seconded May 1988
to H.S.E.)
Environmental May 1988
Health Officer -
1.4.89.
(i) Assistant Director
responsible for Division
providing General Health
& Safety Advice to Safety
in Sports Grounds Working
Party.
(ii)Detailed involvement in
spion kop development at
Hillsborough.
(i) Health and Consumer
Services representative on
Safety in Sports Grounds
Working Party.
(ii)Detailed involvement in
Hillsborough, Owlerton and
Bramall Lane.
(i) Health and Consumer
Services representative on
Safety in Sports Grounds
Working Party.

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HOME OFFICE REVIEW OF PEACETIME DISASTERS
Introduction
This paper expands on a recent resolution by Merseyside FCDA a n d
is designer! for submission to the Home Office as a last-ditch
endeavour ro influence the Home Office review. This is believed
to be imminent, perhaps rimed around the Home Secretary’s addrei
to the ACIEPO conference in Coventry 27-28 June.
Following the civil emergencies seminar at the Civil Defence
College in November 1988, the outcooe of the review was expecter
in February 1989 but Lockerbie, Clapham, Kegworth and
Hillsborough have delayed its release. A Parliamentary Answer
2 May stated "We hope to stake an announcement on the result of
the review as a whole shortly.*’ •
This report is substantially based on the AMA review ^Local
Author!ties and peacetime emergency planning - a Review of
current axrangesents and proposals for improvement."
Peacetime Baerqency Planning
r - The need to improve peacetime emergency planning and arrangement'
to mitigate the effects, of disasters — whether natural,
w^'sV i , technological or social -- stands o n its own. Public expectation
" are at a high level and are reinforced by each disaster as it
occurs. There ist a general public perception of a very real
r threat frbi peacetime disasters and of the need to give greater
priority to emergency planning and disaster management. In
;i contrast,/ and /Irrespective of .political policies on civil defence
a n d . local authority war planning,; the nev climate of East/West
v„-: ^..relations has made the prospects o f war more remote and hence har
u ^^.“ade possible consideration of a change in priorities for
~ planning needs.is. This latter point: Is Indirectly supported , by
Home Office Circular ESI/89 which gives less priority to civil
defence activity overall than its predecessor in 1986.
In addition to improving international'relations, and increased
public awareness, EEC initiatives on industrial and environmental
regulations and the HSE*s proposal for civil nuclear
installations to be brought within the CIMAH regime are further
examples of the way the wind-;is blowing. The Local Government
and Bousing Bill's proposal to-codify the provision-of - financial
aid to local authorities in post-disaster clean up operations
points in the saae direction.
The Association urges the Home Office to take account of these
new realities and, even at this late stage in formulating the
results of the review, not to miss the opportunities they afford.
Major disasters in recent years, including King’s Cross,
AHA EMERGENCY PLANNING SUB COMMITTEE
2 June 1989 . , - _ ; _ ...
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developed- Three broad categories of specific plan are
proposed:
fixed location
unpredictable location
area-wide
The following are proposed for inclusion in legislation:-
i ) statutory general peacetime plan, including provision
for comprehensive local authority emergency response
procedures.
ii) statutory hazard appraisal.
iii) statutory requirement to address three categories of
specific emergency plan
iv) specification of the organisations on; whom t“he duty to
plan or assist in plan staking falls.
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i. Improving the Practice of Local Authorities^?
There is a/need to review /the roles of District and
County-level authorities in the preparation of peacetime
emergency plans and the co-ordination of disaster response.
.Districts,^particularly in metropolitan areas(and the
Boroughs in London), will noraally be in the

Zeebrugge and Bradford, have highlighted the need for a
coordinated response to disasters, and drawn attention to t.
weaknesses in existing emergency planning arrangements. Whi.*.
both Europe and UK legislation require emergency plans for
certain industrial major hazard sites, sports grounds and
transport systems, there is no single piece of legislation to
cover the emergency planning arrangements for major disasters in
the United Kingdom. * "•
Emergency planning for major accidents and disasters should be
given Increased emphasis and financed accordingly.
The Home Office review of emergency planning and disaster
response arrangements in the UK should incorporate
1. Establishment of emergency planning on a statutory basis
2. Improving the practice of Local Authority planning in a
number of key ways.
3. Adequate resourcing of Local Authority emergency planning
4. Creation of a new Emergency Planning Inspectorate and
establishment: of an Advisory Committee on Emergency Planning.
These four topics are summarised below and more detail is in the
AMA*s Review which was sent: to the Bone Office in' November 1988.
- 1. . Establishment of Peacetime Emergency Planning Ch" a Statutory
^ - ^ ^ Baslsw-rr^-v ' ' ~--x ' .• . \. •
— r: ; -V Legisl ati on should be introduced imposing ’duties 'upon
- - appropriate public and private organisations to undertake
v comprehensive peacetime emergency planning, whichwould be
{&■ ~ supervised by an . Inspectorate. / Local authori-ties“ would be
required to prepare two types of emergency plan; general and
TSi specific.'
\:
The general plan would establish on a statutory basis an
' organisation at local authority level which can. be mobilised
, flexibly in support of the emergency services to meet a wide
range of peacetime emergencies. The Major Disaster Plan
would describe the main features for co-ordinating centrally
local authority services and for liaising with the Police and
. _ jFire Service,. In addition, statutory_ provision would require
local authorities to operate adequate 24 hour call-out and
stand-by systems to respond to small scale incidents.
Satisfactory ’minor emergencies* schemcs are the basis Tor a
sound response to a major disaster.
Once the general scheme was in place, local authorities would
be required to undertake a hazard appraisal, assessing the
major.risks, in their area.. From the hazard appraisal,
priorities for specific (or contingency) plans should be

planning, including mutual aid arrangements with
neighbouring authorities, and initiate appropriate
arrangements
vii) organise and assist in the training of district staff
and volunteers involved with peacetime emergency plans
viii) organise and assist in the conduct of regular exercises
of these plans
ix) co-ordinate emergency response on behalf of a district
whose resources are inadequate, or where an emergency
involves a number of districts.
It is recognised that where appropriate organisational
arrangements can be agreed between District and County level
authorities, the planning and otsfcef functions described above
can be mutually accommodated.
3. Proper resourcing of Local Authorities
People expect their local authorities to act quickly and
responsibly once disaster strikes. The financing of local
authority emergency planning should be given a firmer basis.
Among the options, the provision of specific grant or
penalty-free revenue support grant could with advantage be
- adopted. The Government’s decision on clean-up operations
should be applied to planning, particularly where it can be
shown that pre-planning, training and exercising have enabled
more expeditious and more effective disaster response.
4. Creation of Emergency Planning Inspectorate and Establishment
of an Advisory Committee
An Emergency Planning Inspectorate and Advisory Committee on
Emergency Planning should be established to ensure adequate
development of a new statutory emergency planning system, to
investigate disasters and publish a report of the findings,
and to provide training packages and models. These latrter
- aspects are supported by the Fennell Report into the Kings *s
Cross disaster, which recommends that "consideration should
be given to a national disaster planning desk where
experience gained from disasters and their investigation, and
civil emergencies can be retained." The CIMAH Regulations
specify the Health and Safety Executive-as such an
inspectorate which is independent from Local Government and
able to exercise its powers effectively in accordance with
the law and central government policy.

Acting Head of Departments
Administration and Legal
5 June 1989
DMB/GW
4690 - Mr Bownes
HILLSBOROUGH INQOIRY
Building Surveyor
Land and Planning Dept
Per the Attention of
Hr A Butler
BSD/A/Bu/NP
I refer to your memorandum dated 9 May regarding costa incurred in
relation to the above.
All coats should be notified to Mr T Jennings, City Treasury, stating
whether those costa are incurred on behalf of the Home Office or
on behalf of the City Council,

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DMB/GW
DMW/10970
5 June 1989
Mr White
Sheffield Magistrates' Court
Castle Street
SHEFFIELD
S3 8LU
Dear Mr White
SAFETY OF SPORTS GROUND ACT 1975, AS AMENDED
Thank you for your letter dated 16 May 1989, the contents of which
are noted.
You will, of course, appreciate that this whole area is under review
through the Inquiry. Should alterations take place at any ground
which may affect the areas you mention, I am sure you will become
aware of them.
Yours sincerely
Acting Head of Department
Mr Bownes -
734690

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S O L I C I T O R S
T. MICHAEL NAPIER
KEVIN J. ROBINSON
JOHN PICKERING
WRIGHTSON SIMPSON
PETER R.WYLDE
BARRY J.WARNE
BRENDA A. WHITTAKER
WILLIAM A. EVANS
DUNCAN J. TAYLOR
GRAHAM LDUKES
G.R.W . DWEN
DAVIDM. ADAMS
MICHAEL R. WHITWORTH
GRAHAMER. CODD
DAVIDN. PRINCE
MARSHALL N .R D NA LD
JAMES R.K. TAYLOR
PATRICKH.SOMERS
ERIC CHARLTON (Partnership Secretary)
JAMES E.FINNIGAN
HOWARD E.CULLEY
MARTIN PLOXLEY
KEVIN G. CUNNINGHAM
STEVEN R. MARTIN
PAULD.SOUTHBY
ANDREW TUCKER
JOHN A. DAVIS
PETER H. JACKSON (Consultant)
ST. P E TE R ’S H O U SE , HARTSHEAD, SHE FFIELD S1 2EL.
TELEPHONE: (0742) 739011 & 767777
The Head of Admin & Legal Dept
Sheffield City Council
Town Hall
Sheffield
SI 2HH
Dear Sirs
TELEX: 547367 MDX BOX No. 10513 FAX: (GP III) 0742 753306
YOUR REF: /262/DMB
O U R REF:
DATE:
HEC/TTB/201.85
5 June 1989
RE: SAFETY OF SPORTS GROUNDS - THE HILLSBOROUGH INQUIRY
We refer to your letter of 9 May. Unfortunately we cannot help
as we have only acted for Sheffield Wednesday over the last 2
or 3 years. In any event, it is not our practice to keep files
which are more than 6 years old.
Yours faithfully
IRWIN MITCHELL
LONDON OFFICE: 20/22 Bedford Row, IN ASSOCIATION WITH PANNONE NAPIER
WC1R4EB
Telephone: 01-430 1987
Fax: (GPIII) 01-405 6638
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From The Emergency Liaison Officer
Date , 6th June, 1989
Tel ExtPy/lU1
4007 - Mr. Ogle.
C 1 Y Y O l r $ K I L : i r i r « £ L D — i
Scheme for Major Peacetime Emergencies
To Appropriate Chief Officers
I refer to my memorandum of 18th January, 1989, and the arrangements which
were made to update the Council’s Scheme for Major Peacetime Emergencies. As
you may be aware, the circulation of the revised Scheme has now been deferred
for a few weeks in order to take into account and incorporate in the Scheme
any issues and implications arising from the recent disaster at the
Hillsborough Stadium.
If there are any issues or aspects of the plan which you consider should be
revised as a result of the disaster I should be pleased to hear from you as
soon as possible.
3MS/JS
Ref.
ADMINISTRATE! & LEGAL
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Councillor Clive Betts
Leader
Date
Ref
7 Ju n e 1989
CJCB/DCS/15
Tel. Ext.
4240
CITY OF SHEFFIELD — MEMORANDUM
Sch 9 1 6 0
To Mr. Mark Webster
Acting Head of Admin. & Legal
R8f. ^ L -V
Are we pursuing any further the possibility of challenging, or looking for
a challenge, to the Football Supporters Bill through European Legislation.
C. J. C. BETTS

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SUMMARY OF HSE INVESTIGATION TO DATE - 8 JUNE 1989
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1 Survey of Pens 3 and 4 - Dimensional survey - Brade's drawings
- Barrier heights - don't conform to
'guide7
- Gaps between barriers - don't conform to
'guide7
- Alignment of gaps - don't conform to
'guide'
- Spacing of barriers - generally conforms
but with one or two anomalies
- Condition of barriers - same bent and
scane severely corroded
- Gates in perimeter fenfce - don't conform
to 'guide'
- Access to gangways - don't conform to
'guide'
2 Examination of Broken Barrier - - Horizontal tube made fran wrought iron
No 124A ~60 years old
- Supports made fran mild steel
- Horizontal tube fractured at supports
~ .v 2, 3 and 4
- Supports 3 and 4 fractured and collapsed
- Tube fractured at areas thinned by
corrosion
- Two holes corroded in support 4
- Failed supports corroded especially at
junction of concrete steps, and angle
section reinforcements
i, - Evidence of severe corrosion of support
feet below concrete surface - consistent
with concrete core sample illustrating
raising of the height of the terrace at
some stage
- Estimates of mechanism and forces for
barrier collapse still under
consideration
- Test on similar barrier to be carried out
in near future
3 Examination of Turnstiles A-G - Effect of force on turnstile operation -
considerably more difficult to operate
under crowd load
- Sheffield Wednesday counting system
! ’ - A-F accurate
V - G inaccurate
- Count of spectators through turnstiles
from video 12.55 to 15.10
- Estimate of total through turnstiles -
7494 - accuracy of ±2%
- Graph showing rate of entry - constant
rate of ~660/hr fran 14.05 to 14.50 -
distinct increase after Gate C opened
- Allocation of numbers of turnstiles' to
specific parts of the ground
Lappings Lane 2.9 times more heavily
loaded than Spion Kop ..............

4 Measurement of Entries at Gate C - Unlawful opening of ~34 secs - 123
from Video - Lawful opening of ^5 mins - 1787
- Accuracy - possibly +10% - 2101
at the very worst +20% - 2292
5 Estimates of Crcwd Density
Pens
Outside Lappings Lane
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Best estimate 7494 + 2101 = 9595
Highest estimate 7494 + 2% = 7644
1787 + 20% = 2292
9936
- Only -v 20 over the roof of A-G
- SY Police photograph of Pen 3 at 15. 03
- Identical photo with no crowd
- Computerised head count
- Numbers and densities calculated for
Rows 2-4
- Densities assumed for Row 1 - 8/sq m
Total 1480
following tests - 10/sq m
Total 1576
amateur photo at 14.52 - Pen 3
not good enough angle or
definition
- 1) Area outside handrail = ~ 64 s q m
- 2) Area in front of A to G = ~160 sq m
- 3) Area in front of 1-16 = "260 sq m
/, at 8/sq m
1)
2)
3)
512
1280
2080
at 10/sq m
640
1600
2600
Further longer term studies are proceeding on psychological considerations of
crowd behaviour, the forces required to produce injuries and the noise levels
within football grounds with respect to the efficiency of public address
communication systems.
C E NICHOLSON
Deputy Director - Safety Engineering Laboratory 1

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LATHAM JOHN 424 P
i LAWRENCE TONY 385 P8:C
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LEWIS EDWARD SEAN
CARL JAMES
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LIDOLE 371
372
LOCKET KAREN
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176
LOCKETT JUL.. I AN 177
7 L..OFTUS P E 288 P&C
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LOTH IAN JOSEPH 178 P&C
LOWL.ES JOHN & FAMILY 289 P&C
f LOYD 1....ESL. IE 1.79 P&C
LYNCH ANTHONY 290 P&C
MAHER STEVEN 386 P&C
) MAHONEY BR I AN 180
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MARNEY ALAN 181
j MARPLB8 PAUL 182
MATHER DAVID WILLIAM 59 P&C
MATHEWS BRIAN 60
'/ MAYNE BERNARD JOHN 255 p
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MCA!.. I ST A IF? FRANCIS 6 1 p&c
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LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE DEFENDANT
MCBRIEN JOHN 68
MCCABE MARION H 63
MCCARTHY JOHN 184 P&C
DANIEL 183
JOSEPH DANIEL.. 64
MCCORMACK PETER RICHARD 373 P&C
MeCOURT CHRISTOPHER 891 P&C
MCCREADY ANDREW 374 p m :
MCDERMOT I AN 185 PS:C
McDOMAGH THOMAS 89a P&C
McDONALD LESLIE 337 P&C
MCDONNELL PETER 65
mcevoy j o h ri 431 ■p
MCFARLANE DAVID 186 p &
MeGANN A E 893 p m ::
MCGEACH 488 p
MCGINTY STEVEN 848 p
KEVIN 847 p
MCGLONE ALAN 6
MCGRATH KEITH 67
MCGREGOR ARTHUR GEORGE 861 p&c:
MCKAY HAZEL 187
MCNALLY JAMIE 188
MEADE GARY FRANCIS 338 P&C
MEAYME BERNARD 189 c
METCALFE PALI!.... JAMES 190
MILCE DAVID 191
MI L.LS GEORGE 868 P&C
TERENCE 263 P&C
MINSHULL KEITH 895 p&c
MOORE TERENCE 193
KE I TH 198

HILL.SBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED. 6th TUNE: 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE DEFI­
MORAIS RAYMOND 41? ES: C
J MORAN ROGER 194
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MORRIS DAVID 339 P&C
I MORT PETER 296 P & (J
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NAGLE PAUL. W 340 P&C
3 NEAVE 409 P
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NEWSOME HENREY JOSEPH 375
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NI CHOI... S. EE 69
N T CHOL.SON STUART SOI
J NODWELL M ICHAEL. £49 p
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0'NEALE JOHN DAVID 341 p
0 1 ME I!. STEVEN FRANCIS 71
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:♦ OROURKE ANTHONY 483 p
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PARKINSON ALAN aso p
PARSONS MICHAEL 2 S 1 p
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PEMBERTON WILLIAM ROY 72 P&C
PENDLETON STEVEN 306 P&C
PENNY MICHAEL 898 P&C
PHILLIPS MARK 3 £3 8 P&C
p i 1 1 arcl .jessie 43& c:
paul 437

HILLBBOROUBH DATABASE
UPDATED 6th JUNE 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB F IL E DEFENDANT
SHAHSIDES I MSA 79 P
SHELDON BR 1 AIM SOS P&C
5 I liPBOI'l RUSSELL P H IL IP 303 P&C
SINGLETON ANTHONY 349 P&C
SKYNER MR 350. P&C
SLATTERY MARK P H IL IP 3 7 7 P&C
SLOAN ROBERT 351 P&C
SMITH TONY SIQ
PAULA ANN 80
FREDERICK S 16
RAYMOND JOHN P i 7
SPEARITTE EDWARD S j 9 P&C
ADAM S I P&C
SPELLALY STEPHEN PAUL 35£! p
SPENCE STEVEN 820
S t a n le y j o h n 430 p
STEELE P H IL IP JOHN 8 c: p
s t e w a r t tarad I ay 4 3 : 3 p
NICOLA 881 P&C
STODDART PAUL... 416 P&C
STONEHQUBE THOMAS 858 P
3ULLIVAN MIKE PH 3
JOHN ess
T AYLOR RICHARD *D £ C ! D* 304 C
406 P
TESTER PAULA E24
THOMAS GLYN 864 P&C
ANDREW 305 P&C
DAVID LEONARD 83
THOMPSON STUART PAUL.. £36
PATRICK JOHN 84 P&C
PETER REUBEN 85
RICHARD JOSEPH 306 P&C
DEREK 353 P&C
TOMLINSON IAN JAMES ESS
TOOTLE PETER 87 P&C

H I i.LSBOROUSH DATABASE
UPDATED 6 th JUNE :l. 989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB F IL E DEFENDANT
TRAYNOR MARTIN KEVIN 89 p
CHRISTOPHER JAMES 98 P
TREES ALAN GERARD 4? 7 P&G
TUCKER REGINALD JOSEPH 3 5 4 P&C
TUDOR LES RP6
TURNER L IN Z I SB?
TYRELL. KEVIN 90 P&C
UNSWDRTH P H IL IP ' 3 55 P&C
UNSWORTHY GARY eas C
UNWIN MARTIN 307 P&C
VERNON IAN SS9 P&C
WAFER COLIN 91
WALKER RONALD 356 P
LEE 330 p
WALLIS LEIGH 231
WARBURTON DARREN S3E
WARMSLEY MICHAEL E33
WARRINGTON DALE E34
DALE S35
WEBSTER JOHN 236
WESTMOORLAND KENNETH 357 P&C
WHELAN WAYNE MICHAEL 359 P&C
IAN DAVID 92 c
EDWARD 358 P&C
WHITCOMBE GEORGE S53 P
WHITE PAUL ANTHONY 360 P&c
RICHARD S37
WHITTLE CHRISTOPHER 308 P&C
WILD MARTIN KENNETH 93
W ILLIAMS KEVIN DANIEL. 94
STEPHEN 838
WINDER PETER THOMAS S65 P&C
WINDEVER WAYNE 339

WINDER PETER THOMAS 265 P&C
WTMDEVER WAYNE 239
HX LLSBDROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 6 th JUNE 1989
LAST name:
WINROW
WINSTON
WOOD
WOODS
WRIGHT
JAMES
JAMES
FIRST NAME
SYLVIA
DAVID
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VALERIE 244
361 P
413 P
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Secretary to the Inquiry
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London SV11A OAT 20 June 1989
Dear
HILLSBOROUGH STADIUM DISASTER INQUIRY
s Miff' '**,<
In response to your letter dated 23 May, inviting the Association to
submit evidence to Lord Justice Taylor' Inquiry into the Hillsborough
... disaster, I attach a Memorandum of Evidence on the Association's
behalf with an appendix, "Football Violence: The Metropolitan
Viewpoint".
I have been asked to add that the Association has been giving
consideration to the wider issues of peacetime emergency planning for
some time now; and to let the Inquiry have a copy of AMA document
"Local Authorities and peacetime Emergency Planning: A Review of
Current Arrangements and Proposals for Improvement". This document
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was adapted by the Association following wide consultation within the
AMA and with concerned outside bodies. It sets out the results of a
review which detected serious gaps in the present arrangements, and
contains proposals which are designed to place peacetime emergency
planning by local authorities on an aceptable footing. Unfortunately,
its relevance has been highlighted by a number of peacetime disasters,
and most recently by Hillsborough.

The Association would also like to submit a paper prepared by the Emergency
Planning Unit of Merseyside Fire and Civil Defence Authority which builcs
on the document referred to above. The Paper emphasises the need for
legislation t: establish a statutory general peacetime plan ;-;hich would
require local authorities to draw up comprehensive emergency response
procedures. Tnese would involve co-ordination of local authority service -
including liaison with police and fire services - adequate 24 hour call-out
and stand-by systems for minor emergencies, and hazard appraisals -.;hich
would list all major risks in the area. The AMA believes that
metropolitan districts and London boroughs - normally in the frontline when
it comes to coping with emergencies - should each have at least one
full-time peacetime emergency planning officer to complement those at
county level. Their work would be backed up by the creation of an
Emergency Planning Inspectorate and an Advisory Committee on Emergency
Planning, whose role would be to investigate disasters, publish their
findings and provide training packages and models.
The Association is very willing to provide Lord Justice Taylor with
any further information that might be required during the course of
the Inquiry.

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NOTE TO SOLICITORS
Any documents to be put in as Inquiry Documents or used in witness
examinations need to be provided, where practicable, at 28 in number and
delivered to Committee Roan 1 as early as possible.
If they are to be distributed at short notice they still need to be
delivered to Ccnmittee Roan 1 as early as possible, or at least notice given in
that roan that a last minute distribution may be required.
If short numbers have to be distributed parties may subsequently apply to
Committee Roan 1 for copies.
Treasury Solicitor
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Documents distributed to the Parties
Attached is a list of documents circulated to the parties but not referred
to or given in evidence in the Inquiry.
If any party believes that the list requires any amendment or addition, they
should supply me with details in Corrmittee Rocm 1 tomorrow morning.
Treasury Solicitor
28th June, 1989

DAY 1 - MONDAY 15th MAY 1989
1. Statement of Yurek Nazaruk.
DAY 4 - THURSDAY 18th MAY 1989
2. Statement of Peter King.
3. Statement of Dennis MacDonald.
4. Statement of T.S. Pitts.
DAY 5 - FRIDAY 19th MAY 1989
5. Statement of A. Foster-Ash.
DAY 6 - TUESDAY 23rd MAY 1989
6. Statement of Vivian Sweet.
7. Chronology of Police Video.
DAY 10 - TUESDAY 30th MAY 1989
8. Statement of P.C. Roger Cuckson.
9. Statement of P.C. Nigel Farthing.
10. Statement of P.C. Kevin Hanson.
11. Statement of P.C. Kevin Rich.
12. Statement of P.C. Michael Savoury.
DAY 12 - THURSDAY 1st JUNE 1989
DOCUMENTS DISTRIBUTED TO THE PARTIES
13. Statement of Bruce Grobbelaar (this was read into the record)
14. Statement of P.C. K. Woodward.

DAY 14 - MONDAY 5th JUNE 1989'
15. Video analysis and schedule.
16. P.C. Peter Smith.
17. P.C. Anthony Lang.
18. Statement of Inspector Grace.
DAY 18 - FRIDAY 9th JUNE 1989
19. Statement of Colin Milton.
20. Statement of Jason Snith.
DAY 19 - MONDAY 12th JUNE 1989
21. Liverpool F.C. Safety Certificate (text only).
22. Statement of Jack Stone.
23. Statement of John Moore.
24. Statement of Derek Kingdom.
25. Statement of Roger Bird.
DAY 20 - TUESDAY 13th JUNE 1989
26. Statement of K. Early.
27. Statement of J. Flack.
28. Statement of A. Garrett.
29. Statement of J. Moffatt.
30. Statement of S. Williams.
DAY 22 - THURSDAY 15th JUNE 1989
31. Statement of Dr. C. Nicholson.
DAY 23 - FRIDAY 16th JUNE 1989
32. "European Convention on Spectator Violence".

Statement of David Cannon.
DAY 24 - TUESDAY 20th JUNE 1989'
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34. Transcript of Tape KWP 30/14/17 and amendments to transcript SA/1
35. West Midlands Police plan showing location of deceased.
36. Statement of Jason Burridge.
37. Statement of Paul Howe.
38. Statement of Lewis Johnson.
39. Statement of Deputy Chief Ambulance Officer Gerald Wilkinson.
DAY 25 - WEDNESDAY 21st JUNE 1989
40. Police Report on 1989 Cup Final (Counsel only).
DAY 27 - FRIDAY 23rd JUNE 1989
41. Statement of Detective Sergeant Charlesworth.
DAY 29 - WEDNESDAY 28th JUNE 1989
42. D.O. Grimshaw paper re: Working Party 18th April, 1985.
43. Statement of Chief Inspector Edmundson.
44. Statement of Julie Webster.
45. Statement of Mr. K. Dalgleish.
46. Statement of P.C. D. Scott.
47. Police report on Everton -v- Norwich 15th April, 1989.
48. Schedule of deceased entering Gate "C".
49. Statement of Superintendent T. Stuart.
50. Statement of Mr. T. Logan.
51. Commentary on -Statement of Mr. B. Grobelaar.
52. Weather Report 1988 and 1989.
53. South Yorkshire Police Bundle re: Liverpool supporters.
54. Statement of Mr. David Watt.
55. Statement of P.C. Brian Waugh.

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“Draft mmmotmndvm to th« Taylor Inquiry”
Please find enclosed « brief schedule off comwMats on the above draft
which I hope yon w ill find useful.
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Pleas* find enclosed » brief schedule of conjoint s on the abov* draft
which I hope you v ill find useful.
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Specific Carrroents
SCHEDULE
Para 4 - it should be stressed that each ground is different.
Para 5 - should the reference in the first line to Hillsborough in fact
be a reference to Bradford?
although the pitch can constitute a designated place of safety,
for the purposes of the West Terrace this was not the escape
route envisaged by the Fire Service. The exit route in an
emergency for this particular terrace (pens 3 and 4) was
through the tunnel and the gates at the back of the radial
fencing. Alternative means of escape must be shown to a crcvri
by effective policing/stewarding on the spot. Any sign posting
would by its very existence turn a temporary or alternative
escape route into one which would be used by seme if not all
the people in the crowd as a primary means of escape.
Para 5(b) - "each exit should wherever possible have direct access to open
air
To suggest otherwise would be totally impractical in existing
sports grounds.
Para 5(e) - The Inquiry has heard very detailed evidence with regard to the
siting of emergency gates and the use of radios within grounds.
Caution should be exercised in making specific recommendations
without reference to the expert evidence available on each of
these points. However, it should be noted
(1) There are other quick release devices to be considered
other than panic bolts or electronic switches.
(2) Provision of canmunication systems must be sensible and
supported by adequate training.
(3) The risk to stewards in "foreign" territory has been
brought to the attention of the Inquiry.
Para 6(a) - The issue of ticket games needs careful consideration. Where
are the outlets to be for the sale of tickets? What happens to
segregation? Is it really necessary for ordinary league
matches?
For "big" games which are expected to be a sell-out, all
tickets might be a good idea. Should there then be Police
checking tickets a distance frcm the ground and turning those
away without tickets? (This Police role may be a politically
sensitive issue). There nay then be the need for a
"sterilisation" area for fans.

Para 6(b)
Para 7(b)
Para 7(d)
2.
Responsibility for spectator safety should remain with the
Club. The Local Authority would have grave reservations about
a Council Official being present on the day to enforce safety
provisions. [This seems to encourage the occupier to leave to
the Council, responsibility for something which really should
be done by the occupier.
cf theatre licences and liquor licences etc.
Obviously, several authorities have additional expenses
including Kncwsley and the Police.
(1) Seme officers, in some building control sections may, by
virtue of their particular experiences, be able to assist
in aesessiiig crowd movement and dynamics, but it is
primarily the Police and the Fire Brigade who have
expertise in these areas.
(2) Match day "spot checks" by all members of the advisory
group are a good idea. Anything more comprehensive than
this would be difficult to achieve in practice.
(3) A vital issue is the need to drastically review the
recommendations of the method of calculating the safe
ground capacities for terraced areas and viewing slopes
as outlined in the Hone Office Guide to Safety of Sports
Grounds. The term "peak viewing" area should be further
defined and given a maximum size and arrangements made
for a maximum number of persons based on 54 per lOm^ to
occupy that part of the facilities. All other areas
should be classified as requiring a substantially lower
density factor (possibly 40. per lOra^) yet maintaining the
need for 6kn/m tests to be achieved on all crush
barriers. (This maximum calculation should be reduced,
as in the current guide, depending on the state of the
terrace or viewing slope.)
The figure of 54 per lOm^ is used throughout the terrace
and therefore must be an average figure. This average is
exceeded in peak viewing areas and therefore any safety
factors are reduced proportionately.
It is also important in the light of Hillsborough, not
just to calculate terrace capacities but also to ensure
that there is on the spot monitoring that the capacities
are not exceeded or at least to keep a close eye on the
crowd to ensure that they are not too tightly packed.
In self-contained terraces it might be possible to
monitor capacities by means of a turnstile. Where the
terrace is not self-contained and there is the
possibility of movement by fans in and out of the terrace
or to other parts of the terrace the only control
possible would seem to be effective supervision by Police
or stewards whose task is to ensure proper "packing" of
terraces.
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(4) The playing area is not always designated as a place of
safety. Adequate provision of exits and exit routes
should ensure that evacuation is achieved without
crushing.
General points which the AMA may wish to consider
1. Annual certificates.
2. Recovery of reasonable fees.
3. Improvement/prohibition notice system.
4. Clarification as to the status of the Guide - whether parts should be
regulatory or in an Approved Code of Practice.
5. Model conditions - N.B. Popplewell suggested at para 3.81 that the AMA
draw up model conditions.
6. Simplification and codification of legislation.
7. National first aid guidelines.
8. Pooling of information nationally - available to relevant authorities -
for discussion etc.
9. Role of the Health and Safety Executive.
10. Safety management as a central aspect to the occupiers business.
11. Safety planning by the occupier.
12. More clarity regarding the relationship between the occupier and the
relevant authorities and their respective roles and responsibilities.
13. The Nimes fences need to be looked at very carefully. They can create
different problems, e.g. dll the fans on the pitch, fans falling
forward, fence to act as a crush barrier, strength of gate catches,
problems of using electronic catches.
14. I.D. cards - patterns of attendance
- two turnstile systan - not room at most grounds
- additional policing required.
15. There is a danger of the very specific problems at Hillsborough being
used as a format for the future - the wider issues must be considered.
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'The Act!ng Head of Administration
and Legal' Department
5ch July, 1989
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The Director of Land and Planning
F.A.O. Hr. A, Butler, Building
Surveyors Division
Recommend a t i ons to the Hillsborough Inquiry -
As you probably know the Inquiry has asked tor recoramendatlons to be made to i t
in writing in the .fairly near future* I believe that t tee Council w ill probably,
have some reco&oendati ons to raake and 1 wonder therefore if you would consider
.your Department’s position in relation to recommendations as soon aa possible*
1 anticipate that the recommendatJons which the Inquiry w ill fee interested In
w ill relate to general matters In relation, to the Statutory framework within
which safety of sports grounds operate and also, specific comments in relation to
for example crowd control, pens, etc*.
As far as the Council's internal administrative system is concerned that w ill be
'reviewed' in due coarse'and' you w ill have a fu ll opportunity to put your views in
conneetloti with i t .
" Would ■ you please le t me have a response, to t h is . memorandum as ..soon' as possible*; '
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INTER AGENCY MEETING
FRIDAY, 7TH JULY, 1989.
Ms. P* Farrell, Director of Social Services, Sefton, in the Chair,
Ms. C. Wilkinson* Social Services, Liverpool*
Mb. E. Newby, Social Services, Lancashire-
Mr. A. Guthrie, Personal Social Services, St. Helene,
Mx-„ D. Evans, Social Services, Wirral.
Ms. S. Roberts, Social Services, Wirral.
Mr. B. Walk«r, Social Services, Knowsley.
Mr. T. Owen, Social Services, Cheshire.
Ms. J. Harper, British Association of Social Workers*
Mr. G. Davey, City S o licito rs, Liverpool.
Mr. A. Horner, City S o licito rs, Liverpool.

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254* B.A.S.W, - S ta fflin e.
Jane Harper (Stafflin e Co-ordinator) addressed the Group on the
work she has undertaken to date with the various core teams.
St. Helens is the only core team s t i l l to be visted and the
arrangements for that v is it , and for contact with hospital s ta ff,
are in hand. Arrangements are also in hand for a 'Conference' for
sta ff from corn teams (including sta ff from Education Departments,
hospitals, the Probation Service e t c ..) to be held at Burton Manor,
South Wirral on 17th August. The purpose of the 'Conference' is
to enable sta ff to meet together, to share/exchange experiences
Jj O C ciX A u t i i v r i t y w x tjT i i n V O i V c m S r i ’C w i v"» s v v r c s v c s —i s s i i y f s r c - - c c -
» 4 . ^ . 1 m y . j _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ l _ _ - - k . - . f f 1 j « a
core teams who are involved but who may be feeling isolated and also
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t-.hfi-ir normal workload.
The Burton Manor f a c ilit ie s , which have been made available free of
charge, can accommodate a maximum of 90 people. If demand warrants
i t , the ’Conference1 w ill be repeated later, after the August
holiday period, possibly in October/November* The Group suggested
that dependent upon members, the help ofTraining Officers in
organising the various 'Conference1 groups should be en listed , the
contact person being Sue Roberts. An assurance was given that in
the event of there being a need to repeat the ‘Conference1, Jane
Harper could rely on the co-operation of one of the core Authorities
in making the necessary accommodation e tc .. available.
It was also reported that -
(a) an a rticle about S taffline w ill appear shortly in 'Social Work
Today’ and w ill give publicity to the Burton Manor event;
(b) there is an intention to establish a small, centrally located
resource library, funded by B.A.S.W., of relevant publications
on bereavement work, children's grief e t c ... and in this
connection, Bernard Walker agreed to make further enquiries
and provide a l i s t of relevant material;
(c) core teams have established their own Inter Agency Group -
to look at matters of concern to sta ff and to act as a
mechanism for communicating and linking with each other;
(d) to date, S tafflin e has received two direct requests for
counselling and eight requests for help from other sources;
and
(e) the S taffline le a fle t has been reprinted. (Copies were
circulated to Authorities at the merting).
The Group thanked Jane Harper for her fu ll report and for a ll the
work she is undertaking.
a*aS>. Finance
It was reported that -
(a) the offer o f Liverpool to underwrite, for th« time being, the
cost of services had not been raised at the meeting of the
City Council on 5th July by the Leader, contrary to expectations
B. Walker,

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PRESEN T:
INTER AGENCY MEETING
FRIDAY, 7TH JULY, 1909.
. P. Farrell, Director o f Social Services, Sefton, in the Chair.
. C. Wilkinson, Social Services, Liverpool.
K M^iarhy JVif'isl ; Lancashire*
. A. Guthrie, Personal Social Services, St. Helens.
. D, Evans, Social Services, Wirral,
. s. Roberts, Social Services, Wirral.
. B , Walker, Social Services, Knowsley.
* T. Owen, Social Services, Cheshire.
. J. Harper, British Association of Social Workers.
. G. Davey, City S o licito rs, Liverpool.
. A. Horner, City S o licito rs, Liverpool.
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and that a further report would be presented to the next
meeting of the Group when i t can be discovered the reason
why i t had not been raised.
(b) the Football Association, in a letter dated 3rd July from
Graham Kelly to David Mason, had indicated that i t would not
be possible for the Association to make any financial
contribution over and above the payments already being made
to the Appeal Fund; and
(c) there had been no further information or response from the
Appeal Fund to the Group's request for funding.
^56, Offers of Help. I
1 i
i
It was confirmed that Ed Murphy has a ll the holiday offers of j
help. Pauline Farrell indicated that the core Authorities w ill
shortly receive a le tte r from her, despatched earlier in the week,
seeking information to enable the arrangements for the proposed
v is it of young victims to California to proceed.
267. R e ferrals,
Carole Wilkinson reported that efforts are continuing to encourage
the submission of information from the voluntary sector about
referrals, for inputting onto the database.
i
Film Footage. j '}
The Group requested John Peet and Paddy Harley to endeavour to -
obtain the video material presently awaited, v iz :-
(a) video material presented to the Judicial Inquiry; j J.Peet.
(b) video material for use in expert counselling Bessione;
as soon as possible and in this connection, Derek Evans asked
that should a copy become available before the next meeting, he
be notified Immediately. j
Pauline Farrell agreed to circulate to core Authorities a copy j
of a personal account from a survivor of the disaster.
259, Chief Inspector, 3.S.I.
It was noted that the proposed arrangements for the v is it of
6x11 Utting, Chief Inspector, S .S .I ., on I2t.h July had been
canccllcd as a result of N.A.L.G.O. strike action on that date.
The v is it is now scheduled to take place on 1st August.
?f*0. Help line.
A report was circulated - Appendix 'A' t,o these Minutes -
concerning d iffic u ltie s regarding the Helpline out-of-hours
service and options to keep the system operating. The
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d l l l X C U X t t r r i u i ' e ui i p i u u i c m ^ w »
for out-of-hours duty on the Helpline rota and the decision of
the E.D.T. (Liverpool) not to accept future responsibility for
I
D.Mason,
P.Marley.
P. Farrell.
All to note.

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weekend c a lls. Carole Wilkinson also reported the outcome of her
* ■*!« ±.jt „ n i j _ .£ .i u^. a. m * —
U t HvWWWl v n y IX U l £|U n u i p l l j CD OCII j j **ua.w m vv u w.l x x x u ^ iiv l
on the part of the voluntary sector- to continue to a ssist with
Helpline, but not to assume responsibility for the management/
co-ordination ofthe service, training of volunteers etc.*
After a fu ll discussion the Group decided i t could do l i t t l e more
at this stage than to note the current situation and the likelihood
that the out-of-hours service will revert very shortly to an
anawerphone fa c ility , with the day-time service being sustained.
Carole Wilkinson agreed to keep the Group informed of developments.
261, Hillsborough (Police) Inquiry Team.
The meeting noted the terms of a letter of 21st June from the
noain mui
response to the views of this Group about restricted access to parts
oi the »i i i soorougn roo i-bail Gxt>uunu.
It was reported that the Football Club may be considering closing
the Ground to further v is its and the view of the Group was that such
an event should he marked with a low-key ceremony for those most
directly affected by the disaster, A decision on closure ia said to
be imminent.
' Benefit, Payments.
It was noted that a further meeting of Welfare Benefits Advisers
has been arranged by Derek Evans and their comments on the letter
from Nicholas Scott to the N.A.C.A.B. would be submitted to theGroup
nhortly.
263. Nottinghamshire County^ Council^
Carole Wilkinson reported that arrangements are being made for a
representative from Nottinghamshire County Council to attend the
next meeting of thio Group.
Pf>4 . Informal Meeting.
It was agreed that the informal meeting of this Group be held on
Friday, 4th August (following the ordinary meeting on that date) at
the Greenbank Restaurant, 6.00 p.m. for 6.30 p.m., and that the
invitation be extended to a ll representatives who have attended
meetings of this Group, including representatives from Sheffield and
Nottingham.
265., HiJLlsborough Newsletter - 'Interlink*.
A supply of Issue 1 of the 'Hillsborough Interlink' was circulated
at the meeting to each Authority. It was agreed that Liverpool
would arrange circulation of the remaining copies to a ll other Local
Authorities, to ensure that every bereaved family obtains a copy.
Copies of a poem provided by a Mrs. Dickinson for distribution to
familles were circulated and i t was agreed that core teams be asked
to decide how best to use them. A suggestion was made that, i t could
be published in Issue 2 of 'Interlink'.
The next meeting of the Editorial Board i s scheduled to be held on
31Ht July and the Group noted that two or three victims are
becoming. directly involved.
4
C,Wilkinson.
D. Evans.
C.Wilkinson.
All to note.
P> Marley,
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Inquas t .
• A-
It was reported that the Inquest is expected to commence in
Sheffield on 10th January, 1990, and will continue for up to three
mon thfi,
. Evaluation Work.
The Group asked that a report be presented to the next meeting of
the Group on the progress being made with the various aspects of
the ev&luation work.
Public Meeting,
It was reported that a public meeting would be held at the Kirkby
Suite on Monday, 24th July at 7,30 p.m. for anyone on Merseyside
who wishes to attend, when Michael Stewart will address the meeting
and the ’World in Action’ video w ill be screened.
T V .. J
D.Mason/
W. Twist.
All to note,
It was agreed that the next meeting o f th is Group be held at j
All to fiote.
4.00 p.m. on Friday, 21st July, 1989, in Committee Room 'A*, j
Second floor, Transport Authority O ffices, Hatton Garden, Liverpool ?.!

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HELPLINE ROTA
OUT OF HOURS SERVICE
APPENDIX ’A 1 TO THiu KtNOTKS
The plans to move the Service to Liverpool E.D.T. have not worked
well, A combination of the problems with telephone lines and the perceptlonR-
£>f the volunteers have resulted in a refusal by the majority of the Team
to accommodate the service beyond the weekend of 7th July, 1989. In the '
interests of the service and the volunteers a decision was made not
to puraue this further.
Several options have been explored.
(i) switch to another location - nr-nht«m w i n f a W ft_fl
to achieve.
(ii) resume the service at Johnson Street - unlikely given
staff resources, energy and holidays to be able to achieve
other implications security within building.
(i i i ) Ansaphone Service with intercept to g*?itch call automatically
'w' to another number „
(iv) AiuMHiiuiic Set »iuc which would give message ana oiler advice
for where to get help.
Discussions have taken place with the Helpline Coordinators which
largely revolved around options (iii) and (iv) other two options immediately
ruled out an too problematic.
The feelings coming from the Co-ordinators indicates a lack of
energy and resources to attempt to staff a service out of hours. They
did not feel able personally to provide a back-up service and thought
the practicalities of trying to set up such a rota too complex and
time-consuming.
Their preference somewhat reluctantly was for option (iv).
The Inter-Agency Group has had a commitment to a 24 hour telephone
service with a personal response. Option (iv) is a move away from this
stance. Tt if? regrettable.
The volume of calls has reduced dramatically. On the basis of
the information recorded on weekday evenings there are frequently no
calls or just one. At weekends the number of calls ranges between
1-4 calls, over the 2 days. Not all of these are counselling calls
or from people requiring help as opposed to information. However,
the ansaphone approach will mean that some callers in distress will
The Inter-Agency group is asked to consider the two options
(iii) and (iv). Option (iii) is feasible if one or two of the
agencies are willing to assist in running the service either through
their E.D.T. Service or by helping to set up teams to he on col! from
hOfoe or a particular base. The intercept works by 8-10 second
delay, following call in on 3414/3413, call would automatically switch
to new number without caller having to re-dial.
Pending decisions of Inter-Agency Group, I will attempt to*negotiate
a further weekend of cover-with E.D.T. though I am not optimistic. I will
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On a more postxve note, I have begun negotiations with Ed Murphy
regarding permanent relocation of the Helpline within Voluntary Sector.
I am due to meet with Ed Murphy and his Co-ordinating Group on
Thursday 6th July to plan this. Target is to achieve this in 6-8 weeks.
Perhaps you could inform your staff so that thay can see demands upon
"Chem will shortly cease* In the meantime, your continued help and
co-operation in staffing a Monday-Frlday day time service would be

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PIJEASE NOTE THAT 'ITffi MEETINC OP THE GROUP AT 4.00 P.M.
ON 21 ST JULY WILL NOT BE HELD IN THE USUAL VENUE, BUT IN
COMMITTEE ROOM tAt. SECOND FLOOR. TRANSPORT AUTHORITY OFFICES,
HATTON GARDEN, LIVERPOOL
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Furnival Gate
Sheffield S1 4QN
Telephone: 0742 727599
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City Treasurer
Sheffield City Council
Town Hall
Sheffield
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Dear Sir,
Hillsborough Disaster.
MUNICIPAL MUTUAL
W.1W5S
^COMPUTER SLRV
TRAINING
& 4$
Our ref: KGH/SB 03 89 21 73181
Your ref: AH/DG
Tel Ext: 02
Date: 4th August 1989
We acknowledge receipt of the various letters enclosing details of claims
made against you arising out of this incident.
We enclose an updated alphabetical list of all claimants but we anticipate
that, if the Liverpool Steering Committee is to be believed, there will be
at least another 400 claims yet to come.
You may well be aware from the media that proceedings have been launched for
a First Test Action to enable liability to be decided and these proceedings
will commence in the name of Jean Chapman Administrator of the Estate of
her husband Raymond Chapman. The proceedings are brought by Brian Thompson
& Partners of Liverpool and Sheffield Wednesday Football Club are First
Defendants and the Chief Constable South Yorkshire Police the Second
Defendant.
However, we are given to understand that the solicitors propose to join as
Third Defendant the Sheffield City Council and possibly the Fourth Defendant
Eastwood & Partners.
It may be that in the near future proceedings will be served upon you and
no doubt you will pass these to us for our attention whereupon we shall
instruct KeebjLe Hawsons of Sheffield to enter a Defence.
Yours faithfully,
K.G.HOLMES |
Regional Olai
Mutual Insurance Limited, Park House, 57-59 Well Street, Bradford BD1 5SN
Regional Manager: R. E. Laughton, FCII
Registered office: 22 Old Queen Street, Westminster, London SW 1H 9HW Registered number 76678England
An appointed representative of the MLA Group (Member of LAUTRO).
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ASSOCIATION OF
BRITISH INSURERS

HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE ESTIMATE REPRESENTATIVE
1
255
575
575
2
:; ) ABBOTT ANTHONY 577 £5000.00 NYLAND & BEATTIE )
ADAMSON KENNETH 495 £5000.00 WILSON COW IE &< DILLON
AINSCOUGH STEVEN 309 £15000.00 SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
ALCOCK ROBERT
JANET
() ALLEN RONNIE
COLIN DAVID
420
'+66
£5000.00
£5000.00
KENNAN GRIBBLE AND BELL
DOOLEY &= CO
96
514 £5000.00 RUSSELL JONES &< WALKER
() ALLISON SUSAN 97 ■ i
("')
( )
ANDERSON
ARMSTRONG
ARNOLD
BRIAN
JOHN ALFRED
98
1
GEOFFREY 99
£10000.00
£5000.00
MALCOLM EDWARD 578 £5000.00 LEO KENNEDY &< GLOVER
(') ASHBURN SHIRLEY 100
ASHCROFT COLIN MARK 2 £50000.00 Wiliam H Li 11 & Co
ASPDEN MARK 101 £100000.00
MACE &, JONES
MACE &< JONES 1
( ) ASPIMALL JAMES GARY 3 £90000.00 ALEXANDER HARRIS &< Co (
ATHERTON MARK 520 £5000.00 BARTLETT 8* SON
AUTON COLIN 102 £20000.00 WALL &< CO
BAILEY MARK STEPHEN
STUART
435
103
£2000.00 HEALD WOLFF 0
: ) BAKER PETER MICHAEL 310 £5000.00 CANTER LEVIN AND BERG (")
BALL KESTER ROGER
R C
R C
( } BARNBROOK ANTHONY
ANTHONY
STEVEN
BARON GERARD MARTIN
GERRARD MARTIN
585
586
267
392
393
5
362
£10000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£20000.00
£5000.00
BARROW ALICE 460 £1000.00
TILLEY UNDERWOOD
TILLEY UNDERWOOD ()
TILLEY UNDERWOOD
YAFFE JACKSON &= OSTRIN
YAFFE JACKSON &< OSTRIN
O
YAFFE JACKSON & OSTRIN
Napthens
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NAPTHENS
RAYNER &< WADE
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BASCOMBE STEVEN 268 £5000.00 YAFFE JACKSON & OSTRIN Q
HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED Uth JULY 1989

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HILLSBOROUGH
UPDATED Uth
DATABASE
JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE ESTIMATE
BAXENDALE IAN 105 £2500.00
BAXTER BRIAN THOMAS 269 £5000.00
BEASLEY TOBY 106
o BELL SIMON
NICHOLAS
o
o
o
6
452
£50000.00
£5000.00
BELLARD JOHN 104 £5000.00
'\ BENNET BARRY 7 £20000.00
• /
BENNETT ALAN 266 £10000.00
BENSON DAVID JOHN
PAUL
ALAN
8
485
572
BERL NICKY 107
£100000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
BIRSS ANDREW 387 £5000.00
o BIRTLE DAVID WILLIAM 9
('')
BLAND ANTHONY 108 £100000.00
BOILEAU IAN 270 £5000.00
o BOSANQUET CARL 571 £5000.00
( )
BOULTON COLIN 109
BOWERS MICHAEL 1 10 £10000.00
o BOYES ROY 570 £5000.00
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BRADY MICHAEL JOHN
PAUL DAVID
271
10
£5000.00
£20000.00
BRAY STEVEN 379 £5000.00
BRENNAN PAUL 272 £5000.00
BRIDSON GEOFFREY P. 408 £5000.00
o BRITTLE ROBERT 1 1 1 £10000.00
BROMILOW WILLIAM 31 1 £7500.00
BROOKES ANDREW MARK 1 1 £10000.00
("') BROWLIN PETER 567 £5000.00
J.)
BROWN TIMOTHY
DAVID STEVEN
HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
254
13
£5000.00
£100000.00
REPRESENTATIVE
KILNER 8. ASHTON
YAFFE JACKSON & OSTRIN
W i3 l 1 I &.■ C Q
D P ROBERTS HUGHES &
DENYE
DEACON GOLDREIN GREEN
Canter Levin &.■ Berg
BYRNE FRODSHAM & CO
Colin Watson & Co
DOOLEY 8* CO
LINSKILLS
DEACON GOLDREIN GREEN
TURNER 8* WALL
YAFFE JACKSON 8* OSTRIN
L. INSKILLS
COTTON & MUGHAL
LINSKILLS
YAFFE JACKSON 8* OSTRIN
Yaffe Jackson & 01
DOOLEY & CO
MORECROFT DAWSON &
GARNETTS
BRIGHOUSE JONES & CO
WOODHOUSE & COMPANY
EDWARDS ABRAMS DOHERTY
SHAKESPEARES
LINSKILLS
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
Gorna & Co

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HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE tSTIMATt
( ) BROWN ANDREW MARK 273 £5000.00
ALISON 574 £5000.00
MARK 501 £5000.00
o KEVIN 566 £5000.00
CARL 12 £5000.00
DAVID STANLEY 508 £5000.00
o
BUNCLARKE GRAHAM GERALD 1 12 £100000.00
o BURDON IAN ANDREW 113
BURGESS GRAHAM ROBINSON 363 £5000.00
o RAYMOND 600 £5000.00
o
BURKE HENRY THOMAS 14
BURKETT PETER 15 £100000.00
o BURNS RICHARD 365 £5000.00
JAMES 364 £5000.00
o BURROWS TONY 257 £5000.00
BYRNE THOMAS 1 14 £10000.00
o GARY 419 £5000.00
o
CADDICK STEPHEN 565 £5000.00
CADWELL BRIAN 115
o CADWELL or 1 16
o
CALDICOTT JULIA 412 £5000.00
CALDWELL GILLIAN 116 £5000.00
o CAMPBELL LESLIE 414 £5000.00
o
CANNING JASON 562 £5000.00
CAPPER PAUL 312 £5000.00
o CARLISLE PAUL 16 £20000.00
CARNEY STEPHEN 569 £5000.00
o PETER 463 £5000.00
o
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O
CARRILL STEPHEN 117
CARROLL JUSTIN 568 £5000.00
KEVIN 479 £2000.00
CARTER JOSEPH 274 £5000.00
CATON PAUL 366 £5000.00
o CAVANAGH GLENYS 449 £5000.00
HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
REPRESENTATIVE
JAMES JAMES 8* HATCH
LINSKILLS
WIDDOWS
L INSKILLS
W i ddows
JAMES JAMES & HATCH
FORSHAW RICHMOND
LINSKILLS
Silverman Livermore
DOOLEY 8* CO
DOOLEY & CO
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
CAPLAN GOODMAN & COOTE
LINSKILLS
BURKE EDWARDS
LINSKILLS
DEACON GOLDREIN GREEN
LINSKILLS
SIL.VERBECK JOHNSON
Dooley & Co
LIMSKILL.S
MACE & JONES
LINSKILLS
HAMILTONS
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS
WHALLEY
DOOLEY & CO
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE

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HILLSBOROUGH
UPDATED 11th
DATABASE
JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE ESTIMATE
o CAVE ALAN 488 £5000.00
o
CHAPMAN RAYMOND 17 £50000.00
CHURCH GARY 18
o CLARK JOSEPH 19 £20000.00
PAUL SO £5000.00
o CLARKE MALCOLM 275 £5000.00
RONALD 276 £5000.00
o
IAN 118 £20000.00
o
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PAUL ANTHONY
MRS
NEIL
MR
HENRY JOHN
246
447
563
446
457
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£2000.00
o
CLAYTON JOHN 391 £5000.00
CLOUGH JONATHAN MARK 482 £5000.00
SUSAN 584 £5000.00
o DENIS 583 £5000.00
o
COLDICUTT PETER RICHARD 443 £5000.00
COLL IGAM PAUL 564 £5000.00
o COLLINS THOMAS 313 £5000.00
GARY 21 £5000.00
o CONNELL EDWARD JOHN 405 £5000.00
o
CONNELLY SEAN 119 £100000.00
CONNING PAUL 411 £5000.00
o COOK COLIN 561 £5000.00
COOPER CHARLES THOMAS 258 £5000.00
o LYNNE 560 £5000.00
STUART 559 £5000.00
o COPOC STEPHEN PAUL 22 £5000.00
o
COPPLESTONE IAN 120 £10000.00
CORRIGAN RICHARD 121
O COSTELLO JAMES 314 £5000.00
o
COTTRELL JOHN 476 £2000.00
COURT JACQUELINE 315 £5000.00
lJ COX TRACEY 23
HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
REPRESENTATIVE
GLOBE WAREING CROPPER
BRIAN THOMPSON & PARTNERS
Mace 8< Jones
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &
WHALLEY
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &
WHALLEY
MACKRELL & THOMAS
REX MAKIN
MACKRELL &, THOMAS
LINSKILLS
MACKRELL & THOMAS
BENJAMIN KAY & CO
DEACON GOLDREIN GREEN
GOFFEY &, CO
GOFFEY & CO
GOFFEY 8* CO
MACE & JONES
LINSKILLS
CAPLAN GOODMAN & COOTE
WOOLWICH LANDER 8* SAVAGE
LYNSKEY AND DUNNING
BURKE EDWARDS
LINSKILLS
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
LINSKILLS
LINSKILLS
Silverman Livermore
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
CANTER LEVIN 8, BERG
LAWLER AND NADEAU
CANTER LEVIN & BERG

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HILLSBOROUGH
UPDATED 11th
DATABASE
JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE ESTIMATE
o CRAIG GARY THOMAS 399 £5000.00
o
CREIGHTON JAMES ROY 515 £5000.00
CROOKHAM G. J . 418 £5000.00
m CULLEN MARTIN 557 £5000.00
DARREN 558 £5000.00
o CUMMERFORD WILLIAM HAMILTON 256 £5000.00
o
o
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CUNDY IAN JUNIOR 122
CUNNINGHAM MICHAEL TERENCE 124 £5000.00
DAVID 123 £10000.00
CURRIE AL. ICE 415 £2000.00
GARY 125 £250000.00
DANIELS CHARLES EDWARD 421 £5000.00
o DARLINGTON LEE 126 £10000.00
o
DAVIDSON MARK JOSEPH 590 £5000.00
DAVIES JOHN KELVIN 509 £5000.00
o JOHN 490 £5000.00
P 381 £5000.00
o ■ DAVIS MARTIN 127
o
DAWSON SEAN 128
DELANEY JAMES PHILLIP 24 £5000.00
o JOHN ANTHONY 129
o
DERBYSHIRE GEORGE WILLIAM 394 £5000.00
DEVINE ANDREW 130 £500000.00
o DEVONSIDE BARRY 277 £5000.00
o
CHRISTOPHER BARRY 25 £20000.00
DIAMOND RONALD JAMES 259 £5000.00
o MICHAEL PHILIP 516 £5000.00
o
DICKSON GRAHAM 556 £5000.00
DIXON JOHN E 131
o DONOVAN PAUL 398 £1000.00
o
DOOLEY WILLIAM 596 £5000.00
HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
REPRESENTATIVE
RAYNER S= WADE
MACKRELL & THOMAS
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
LINSKILLS
LINSKILLS
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
HEALD WOLFF
GRFGSON & ASHTON
R M BROUDIE & CO
R M BROUDIE & CO
CARTER HODGE
MACE 8* JONES
MAXWELL EMTWISTLE & BYRNE
JOHN HUGHES FQULKES &
REEVES
J M QUIGGIN 8* SON
SILVERBECK RYMER
D. P. ROBERTS HUGHES &
DENYE
YAFFE JACKSON &= OSTRIN
REX MAKIN
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS 8<
WHALLEY
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &,
WHALLEY
LEES LLOYD WHITLEY
HILTON BLYTHE & CO
LINSKILLS
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
PAUL ROONEY 8< CO

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HILLSBOROUGH
UPDATED 11th
DATABASE
JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE ESTIMATE
• DOOLING STEPHEN 330 £5000.00
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DOOLUNES STEPHEN 132
DOWNING RICHARD 133
0 DOYLE FRANK VINCENT 316 £3000.00
E 575 £5000.00
BRI AN 51 1 £5000.00
m
DUCKWORTH BRIAN 426 £5000.00
0 DUGGAN PHILIP 506 £5000.00
#
DUKE PAUL 134
DULLANEY DAVID 135
• EARNSHAW CHRISTOPHER 367 £5000.00
#
a
EDGE RICHARD 136
EDWARDS CHRISTOPHER 26
GILLIAN 137 £500000.00
EGAN IAN 138
ENRIGHT PETER 555 £5000.00
ESTLIN PAUL 139 £7500.00
FAIRCLOUGH LEE 140 £ 10000.00
# FARRELL CONLETH 473 £5000.00
a
FEDDICK GEORGE 141
FITZMAURICE NEIL 278 £5000.00
t> FITZSIMMONS VINCENT MICHAEL 27 £100000.00
FRANCIS GEORGE 317 £5000.00
o FLANNIGAN JAMES 142
o
FLATLEY GLEN 318 £5000.00
FLINDERS GERALD 143
» FOLEY CARL 279 £5000.00
a FORD IAN 144 £10000.00
o
FOSTER EMMA 280 £5000.00
FOX THOMAS STEVEN 28
& DAVID 581 £5000.00
O
HILLSBOROUGH
UPDATED 11th
DATABASE
JULY 1989
REPRESENTATIVE
CANTER LEVIN 8* BERG
WOOLWICK LANDER & SAVAGE
DOOLEY & CO
DOOLEY &< CO
LEES LLOYD WHITLEY
LACE MAWER
DOOLEY & CO
BRIAN THOMPSON 8< PARTNERS
LINSKILLS
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
DOOLEY &< CO
MACE & JONES
YAFFE JACKSON & OSTRIN
WHITTLES
CAPLAN GOODMAN 8* COOTE
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &
WHALLEY
LYNSKEY AND DUNNING
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS 8k
WHALLEY
PAUL ROONEY 8* CO

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0
HILLSBOROUGH
UPDATED 11th
DATABASE
JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE ESTIMATE
0 FURMEDGE JASON 145
GAINS GARY 146 £10000.00
♦ GARY 146 £5000.00
*
GALLAGHER CHRISTOPHER 147
GALVIN BERNARD WILLIAM 468 £5000.00
0 GARNELL ANDREW GEORGE 319 £5000.00
0
GARRETT PETER JOSEPH 148
GAVIN STEPHEN 498 £5000.00
0 GEORGSON STEPHEN 149 £5000.00
0
GERRARD JAMES 320 £5000.00
GIFFORD PETER 554 £5000.00
0 GILHOOLEY JOHN PAUL 29
GLOVER JOSEPH 150 £10000.00
0 BARRY 30 £50000.00
IAN 31 £5000.00
0 GODWIN DERRICK GEORGE 32 £5000.00
0
0
GOLDING KEITH 152 £10000.00
DAVID 151 £10000.00
GOUGH EDWARD 321 £5000.00
0 GRAHAM ROBERT 153 £500000.00
GRAINGER DEAN 154 £7500.00
o COLIN 553 £5000.00
STEPHEN 552 £5000.00
o GRATTAN PAUL
0
0
GRATTON PAUL 155 £5000.00
GREEN ANTHONY 551 £5000.00
ROGER 322 £5000.00
GRIFFITHS BRIAN 281 £5000.00
O KEVIN 550 £5000.00
PAUL 549 £5000.00
0 GRUGEL GARRY LEE 323 £5000.00
o
GUNSEN K M 576 £5000.00
HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 19S9
REPRESENTATIVE
DOOLEY & CO
DOOLEY 8< CO
BRIAN THOMPSON & PARTNERS
CANTER LEVIN & BERG
A D ABRAHAMSDN & CO
LINSKILLS
MACE & JONES
LINSKILLS
CANTER LEVIN 8< BERG
DOOLEY & Co
CANTER LEVIN BERG
LEIGHTON DAVIS COXFORD3
FANSHAW PORTER &
HAZLEHURST
FANSHAW PORTER &
HAZLEHURST
CANTER LEVIN & BERG
JACK THORNLEY
FOY & CO
LINSKILLS
LINSKILLS
LINSKILLS
LINSKILLS
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS 8*
WHALLEY
YAFFE JACKSON & OSTRIN
LINSKILLS
LINSKILLS
CANTER LEVIN & BERG
DOOLEY & CO

HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 19S9
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE ESTIMATE
GUNSON JOSEPH 156 £10000.00
HALE MICHAEL 548 £5000.00
HAMILTON ROY HARRY 33 £100000.00
HAMMOND PHILIP 34 £20000.00
HAND DAVID GEORGE 429 £5000.00
HANKIN ERIC 35 £100000.00
HANSON KARL ANDREW
ALAN ANDRUS
400
401
HAPLEY RONNIE 157
£5000.00
£5000.00
HARLIN VINCENT JOHN CHARLES 324 £5000.00
HARRISON PETER ANDREW
GARY
BRIAN
STEPHEN FRANCIS
37
36
325
38
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£25000.00
HARTLEY NORMAN 326 £5000.00
HARVEY WILLIAM JOHN 477 £2000.00
HASTIE GARY 547 £5000.00
HATCH MICHAEL 474 £5000.00
HAWKINS WILLIAM 470 £5000.00
HAWLEY DAVID 39 £50000.00
HEALY IAN 438
HENDRY STEPHEN PAUL 260 £5000.00
HENNESAY DAVID 158
HENNESSY JAMES ROBERT 40 £40000.00
HENNESY DANIEL JOSEPH 327 £5000.00
HENRY ANTHONY CROSBIE
BERNARD
368
403
£7500.00
£2000.00
HERON PAUL 328 £5000.00
HEWITSON PAUL ANTHONY 41 £5000.00
HEWITT NICHOLAS MICHAEL
CARL DARREN
HICKS VICTORIA JANE
SARAH LOUISE
HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
43
42
45
44
£10000.00
£10000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
REPRESENTATIVE
DOOLEY 8< CO
LINSKILLS
KENNAN GRIBBLE 8* BELL
BARTLETT 8< Son
CANTER LEVIN & BERG
LEES LLOYD WHITLEY
RAYNER & WADE
RAYNER & WADE
HUNT DICK IMS
MACKRELL & THOMAS
EDWARDS ABRAMS DOCHERTY
BRIAN THOMPSON 8< PARTNERS
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
LAWLER AND NADEAU
LINSKILLS
MACE & JONES
BRIAN THOMPSON & PARTNERS
REX MAKIN
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
LINSKILLS
COYNES
NAPTHENS
EDWARDS ABRAMS DOHERTY
CANTER LEVIN & BERG
COYNES
RICH & CARR
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE

HILLSBOROUGH
UPDATED Uth
LAST NAME
HIGGINS
HIGHTON
HILLCREST
HILTON
HINES
HOGAN
HOLMES
HOOKES
HOPE
HORNE
HORROCKS
HOWARD
HOWELLS
HUGHES
HUNTER
INWOOD
IRELAND
ISLES
JAMES
JOHNSON
DATABASE
JULY 1989
FIRST NAME
TERENCE JOHN
CHRISTOPHER
WILLIAM
THOMAS
GARY CHRISTOPHER
KEVIN JOHN
PAUL
MARK
PETER KEVIN
GORDON
MALCOLM
ARTHUR
THOMAS
THOMAS ANTHONY
GEOFFREY
THOMAS
TERENCE REGINALD
JOHN
ERIC
ALAN
MARK
MARY
JOANNE
MELVYN
PAUL
MARK IAN
DAVID
MARK
MICHAEL GARY
NEIL
GEORGE WILLIAM
STEVEN
JOHN BRIAN
PAUL
LEWIS
un i snriRnuriH i w r m w . r
I ip d a 11 n I i 11. II II V I VIIV
SUB FILE ESTIMATE
487 £8000.00
159
160 £100000.00
161
369
458
168
546
882
46
329
47
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£30000.00
48 £30000.00
49
163
493 £3000.00
331 £5000.00
164 £10000.00
50 £75000.00
425 £5000.00
165 £500000.00
465 £5000.00
580 £5000.00
544 £5000.00
464 £5000.00
440 £5000.00
404 £5000.00
397 £5000.00
396 £2000.00
283 £5000.00
489
166
332
167
384
£5000.00
£ 10000.00
£5000.00
£10000.00
£5000,00
REPRESENTATIVE
DCACON GOLDREIN GREEN
LINSKILLS
DOOLEY & CO
WOOLWICH LANDER & SAVAGE
LINSKILLS
DAVIES WALLIS
FANSHAW PORTER &
HAZLEHURST
FANSHAW PORTER &
HA2LEHURST
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
BRIAN THOMPSON & PARTNERS
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
CROMBIE COLLINS
LEES LLOYD WHITLEY
DOOLEY & CO
DOOLEY 8* CO
CORNISH FORFAR & ALLEN
L. INSKILLS
DOOLEY & CO
CUFF ROBERTS NORTH KIRK
CUFF ROBERTS NORTH KIRK
BURKE EDWARDS
BRADFORD LAW CENTRE
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &
WHALLEY
GLOBE WAREING CROPPER
NYLAND & BEATTIE
CANTER LEVIN & BERG
MACE &< JONES
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &

HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED Uth JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE ESTIMATE
RUSSELL 545 £5000.00
JOHNSTON GARY WILLIAM 402 £5000.00
ALAN 51 £20000.00
JOLLIFFE M. 382 £5000.00
JONES GARY PHILIP 53 £5000.00
ROGER 333 £5000.00
IAN 168
CHRISTINE ANN 52 £20000.00
ANDREW 245 £10000.00
RICHARD 54 £50000.00
STEPHEN 573 £5000.00
GARY 370 £5000.00
ANDREW GERRARD 500 £5000.00
STEPHANIE 334 £5000.00
LAWRENCE 169 £10000.00
JOYNES JAMES PETER 4-71 £5000.00
NICHOLAS 55 £75000.00
PATRICIA 472 £5000.00
JOYNT JOHN 513 £5000.00
JUDIC MARK PETER 255 £5000.00
KAVANAGH DAMIAN 432 £2000.00
KEEGAN JOSEPH 170 £10000.00
KELLY PAUL 390
ANTHONY PETER 56 £40000.00
MICHAEL DAVID 57
KENNEDY TONY 171 £100000.00
KILKELLY PETER 172 £10000.00
KILLIP MICHAEL 543 £5000,00
KING PETER S 335 £10000.00
RONALD 542 £5000.00
KNOWLES LISA 284 £5000.00
TIMOTHY 448 £5000.00
LACKEY DAVID 285 £5000.00
LANGLEY ALFRED WILLIAM 286 £5000.00
LARKIN EAMONN 173
LATHAM JOHN 424 £5000.00
HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
WHAL.LEY
LINSKILLS
REPRESENTATIVE
MCMILLIN & BELL
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
SILVERBECK RYMER
MORECROFT DAWSON &
GARNETTS
SILVERBECK JOHNSON
JOSEPH A JONES & Co
REX MAKIN
BRIAN THOMPSON & PARTNERS
JOSEPH A JONES & CO
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
A D ABRAHAMSON & CO
BOULTONS
DEACON GOLDREIN GREEN
LEES LLOYD WHITLEY
DAVIES WALLIS
LEES LLOYD WHITLEY
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
DEACON GOLDREIN GREEN
HEALD WOLFF
DOOLEY & CO
D P ROBERTS HUGHES 8*
DENYE
DAVIES WALLIS
LINSKILLS
CAPLAN GOODMAN 8* COOTE
LINSKILLS
BELL LAMB 8* JOYNSON
GOFFEY 8« CO
MACE 8« JONES
YAFFE JACKSON 8* OSTRIN
LEES LLOYD WHITLEY

HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE ESTIMATE
LAWRENCE TONY 385 £5000.00
LECKIE MARTIN DEAN 601 £5000.00
LEIGH ANTHONY DENNIS 395 £5000.00
ANTHONY 174
LEWIS CARL JAMES 58
EDWARD SEAN 287 £5000.00
PHILOMENA 522 £5000.00
DAVID 517 £5000.00
MICHAEL 518 £5000.00
LEWTAS R. 410 £5000.00
LIDDLE SHEILA 372 £5000.00
ALISTAIR 371 £5000.00
LLOYD LESLIE 179 £5000.00
LOCKET KAREN 175 £10000.00
LOCKETT JULIAN 177
CHRISTOPHER JOHN 497 £5000.00
LOFTUS P E 288 £5000.00
LONGHORN PATRICIA 505 £5000.00
LOTHIAN JOSEPH 178 £10000,00
LOWLES JOHN & FAMILY 289 £5000.00
LUCKETT SEAN CAMERON MURRAY 176 £10000.00
LYNCH ANTHONY 290 £5000.00
MAGEE DAVID 478 £5000.00
MAHER STEVEN 386 £5000.00
MAHONEY BRIAN 180
MALONE MARTIN 294 £5000.00
MANIFOLD MARTIN 539 £5000.00
MANN TONY 538 £5000.00
MARNEY ALAN 181 £10000.00
MARPLES PAUL 182
MATHER DAVID WILLIAM 59 £20000.00
MATHEWS BRIAN 60 £150000.00
HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 1.1th JULY 1989
REPRESENTATIVE
DEACON GOLDREIN GREEN
BOLTON-JONES & CO
KEITH LEVIN & CO
D P ROBERTS HUGHES 8*
DENYE
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
DOOLEY & CO
DOOLEY & CO
SILVERBECK RYMER
DOOLEY & CO
DOOLEY & CO
GREGSON & ASHTON
MCCORMICKS
MCCORMICKS
YAFFE JACKSON & OSTRIN
MACE & JONES
GRAHAM LEIGH PFEFFER & CO
BOULTONS
STANDLEY 8k C o
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &
WHALLEY
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
DEACON GOLDREIN GREEN
BENJAMIN KAY & CO
LINSKILLS
LINSKILLS
RUSSELL HADFIELD
EDWARDS ABRAMS DOHERTY
DOOLEY &: Co

HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE
MAYNE BERNARD JOHN 189
MC BRIDE EILEEN 380
MCALISTAIR FRANCIS 61
MeARTHER DANIEL JOHN 336
MCBRIDE RUSSELL 541
MCBRIEN JOHN 6E
MCCABE MARION H 63
MCCARTHY DANIEL 183
JOHN 184
JOSEPH DANIEL 64
McCHRYSTAL WILLIAM 499
MCCORMACK PETER RICHARD 373
McCOURT CHRISTOPHER 291
MCCREADY ANDREW 374
MCCRYSTAL DAVID 540
MCDERMOT IAN 185
McDONAGH THOMAS 292
MCDONALD LESLIE 337
MCDONNELL PETER 65
MCEVOY JOHN 431
MCFARLANE DAVID 186
McGANN A E 293
MCGEACH I.S. 428
MCGINTY KEVIN 247
STEVEN 248
MCGLONE ALAN 66
MCGRATH KEITH 67
KEVIN 496
MCGREGOR ARTHUR GEORGE 261
HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
ESTIMATE
£ 10000.00
£5000.00
£ 100000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£25000.00
£ 10000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£ 10000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£7500.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
REPRESENTATIVE
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
BOULTONS
BRIAN THOMPSON/FORD &
WARREN
CANTER LEVIN & BERG
LINSKILLS
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
CANTER LEVIN & BERG
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
DOOLEY & CO
BELL LAMB & JOYNSON
DOOLEY & CO
LINSKILLS
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
D P ROBERTS HUGHES &
DENYE
BOND PEARCE
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &
WHALLEY
GOLDSMITHS
DAVIES WALLIS
SILVERBECK RYMER
REX MAKIN
REX MAKIN
ALEXANDER HARRIS 8*
COMPANY
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE

HILLSBOROUGH
UPDATED Uth
DATABASE
JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE ESTIMATE
MCKAY HAZEL 187 £100000.00
MCMANAMAN PAUL 454 £5000.00
MCNALLY JAMIE 188
MCNIVEN WILLIAM DEREK 451 £5000.00
MEADE GARY FRANCIS 338 £5000.00
MEADOWS KEVIN 537 £5000.00
METCALFE PAUL JAMES 190
MILCE DAVID 191
MILLS GEORGE
TERENCE
262
263
£5000.00
£5000.00
MINSHULL KEITH 295 £5000.00
MOORE KEITH
TERENCE
192
193
MORAIS RAYMOND 417 £5000.00
MORAN ROGER
CHRISTOPHER
JAMES
194
507
456
MORGAN RICHARD 195
£10000.00
£5000.00
£5000.00
MORRIS DAVID 339 £2500.00
MORT PETER 296 £5000.00
MULLANEY DAVID
IAN
M.
196
503
422
£5000.00
£5000.00
MUNRO PETER JAMES 512 £5000.00
MURPHY STEPHEN
ROBERT
GEOFF
MURRAY WILLIAM
PAUL
ANTHONY
199
198
197
297
68
200
£10000.00
£5000.00
NAGLE PAUL W 340 £5000.00
NEARY TERRANCE 536 £5000.00
NEAVE P. 409 £5000.00
MIL.1 ..SBOROlO I DAIAHASF
IJPDATF D lllh 71)1 V 19(19
REPRESENTATIVE
MAXWELL ENTWISTLE & BYRNE
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
CANTER LEVIN & BERG
LINSKILLS
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS 8*
WHALLEY
MACE & JONES
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
DEAN NEWMAN GREEN & CO
GOFFEY & CO
EDWARDS ABRAMS DOHERTY
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &
WHALLEY
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
CARTER HODGE
MACE & JONES
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &
WHALLEY
EDWARDS ABRAMS DOHERTY
LINSKILLS
SILVERBECK RYME'R

I
HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED Uth JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE
V NELSON MICHAEL A.
THOMAS
COLIN
%
407
389
535
NEWSOME HENREY JOSEPH 375
376
NICHOL. LEE 69
t NICHOLSON STUART 201
1
NICKSON DONNA 534
NOAKES ANNA 579
% NODWELL MICHAEL 249
1
%
0 1 HANLON LISA 533
0 1 NEIL STEVEN FRANCIS 71
0 1 NEILL JOHN DAVID 341
OKEEFE MICHAEL 202
OLIVER PETER 203
* ONEILL KEITH 204
1
OROURKE ANTHONY 423
OWEN SIMON 532
1 OWENS THOMAS
JONATHON
342
70
f PARKINSON ALAN 250
*
PARKS DAVID 491
PARSONS MICHAEL 251
I PATTERSON WILLIAM 531
*
PEARSON COLIN 442
PECKENHAM BRENDON 205
% PEMBERTON WILLIAM ROY 72
*
PENDLETON STEVEN 206
PENNINGTON DAVID 529
♦ PENNY MICHAEL 298
♦ PHILLIPS MARK 388
•
HILLSBOROUGH
UPDATED 11th
DATABASE
JULY 1989
ESTIMATE REPRESENTATIVE
£7500.00 SPECTER 8» GRANT
£7500.00 DEACON GOLDREIN GREEN
£5000.00 LINSKILLS
£5000.00 DOOLEY & CO
£5000.00 DOOLEY & CO
£5000.00 WALL 8* Co
£5000.00 LINSKILLS
£5000.00 CORNISH FARFAR & ALLEN
£5000.00 REX MAKIN
£5000.00 LINSKILLS
£5000.00 MACE 8* JONES
£5000.00 WARBURTON PORTEOUS & CO
£5000.00 LINSKILLS
£5000.00 MACE & JONES
£5000.00 J FRODSHAM 8* SONS
£5000.00 REX MAKIN
£5000.00 YAFFE JACKSON & OSTRIN
£5000.00 REX MAKIN
£5000.00 LINSKILLS
£2000.00 SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
£10000.00 SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
£10000.00 SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
£5000.00 LINSKILLS
£5000.00 DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &
WHALLEY
£2000.00 DEACON GOLDREIN GREEN

%
V
HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED Uth JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE ESTIMATE REPRESENTATIVE
* PHILLIPS BRIAN ANTHONY 453 £5000.00 MICHAEL G ARCHER &= CO V
•
PIERCE ADRIAN 530 £5000.00 LINSKILLS
PITTARD JESSIE 436
PAUL 437
POLLITT MICHAEL JOHN 383 £5000,00 DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &
WHALLEY
POOLE MICHAEL 343 £5000.00 CANTER LEVIN & BERG
• POSTLETHWAITE POSTLETHWAITE 207 *
POTTER SIDNEY 475 £5000.00 WALL & CO
i i
POTTS ANTHONY 528 £5000.00 LINSKILLS
* POVAL.L CARL MICHAEL 441 £2000.00 SILVERMAN LIVERMORE V
4
1
PRESTON MARK 455 £5000.00 BARTLETT & SON
PRYOR GRAHAM JOHN 344 £5000.00 EDWARDS ABRAMS DOHERTY
1 QUAYLE GARRY ANDREW 345 £5000.00 CANTER LEVIN & BERG 1
QUILLAN LEONARD 527 £5000.00 LINSKILLS
•
QUINN ANTHONY JOHN 459 £2000.00 RAYNER & WADE
(
I
JACQUELINE ELIZABETH
PHILIP
ANN ELIZABETH
461
526
462
£2000.00
£5000.00
£2000.00
RAYNER & WADE
LINSKILLS
RAYNER 8* WADE
♦
♦ RADCLIFFE LEE JOHN 299 £5000.00 MORECROFT DAWSON &
GARNETTS
1 RAWLINSON KENNETH PATRICK 467 £5000.00 BRIAN THOMPSON &, PARTNERS •
COLIN PETER 469 £5000.00 BRIAN THOMPSON & PARTNERS
f READ GRAHAM 300 £5000.00 MAXWELL EMTWISTLE & BYRNE •
REID JOHN 208 £10000.00 BURKE EDWARDS
• ROBERT 209 £100000.00 t
♦
RIDING LISA 210 £10000.00 PAUL ROONEY &•. CO
RILEY MELISSA 211
t RIMMER DAVID GEORGE 74 £150000.00 BRIGHOUSE JONES & Co t
CARL WILLIAM 73 £10000.00 SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
KEVIN 502 £5000.00 SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
4
f
ROBERTS GRAHAM JOHN 75 £20000.00 PERCY HUGHES & ROBERTS
t ROBERTSON MICHAEL 346 £5000.00 EDWARDS ABRAMS DOHERTY i
m
#
11
ROBINSON STEVEN JOSEPH 76 £10000.00 COYNES
HILLSBOROUGH DATARASF
IIPDATF!) 1 1 Ui .Till Y 1 9f)V
*
1
V
V
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I INI I
HILLSBOROUGH
UPDATED 11th
LAST NAME
ROGERS
ROSSI TER
ROURKE
ROUTLEDGE
RUSH
RYAN
SANDERSON
SCOTT
SEFTON
SHAH
SHELDON
SIMPSON
SINGLETON
SKYNER
SLATTERY
SLOAN
SMART
SMITH
SOURANI
SOUTHGATE
SPEARITTE
SPEARRETT
SPEED
SPELLACY
DATABASE
JULY 1989
HILLSBOROUGI-I D A T A B A SF
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
FIRST NAME SUB FILE
HENRY CHARLES 77
PAUL FRANCIS 597
PATRICK 525
DEBBIE 212
KEITH ANTHONY 347
AMANDA JANE 213
LAWRENCE WILLIAM 301
MARK 214
STEPHEN 348
STEWART 434
PAUL 215
COLIN ANDREW 78
INGA 79
BRIAN 302
RUSSELL PHILIP 303
ANTHONY 349
MR 350
MARK PHILIP 377
ROBERT 351
GRAHAM 599
IAN 598
PAULA ANN 80
RAYMOND JOHN 217
FREDERICK 216
TONY 218
CHRISTOPHER 480
SEAN WILLIAM 519
JANNAN 504
IAN 588
EDWARD 219
ADAM 81
MARK 521
STEPHEN PAIJI 35?
ESTIMATE REPRESENTATIVE
£5000.00 PAUL ROONEY S< CO
£5000.00 LINSKILLS
£10000.00 PAUL ROONEY 8k CO
£5000.00 MACE & JONES
£5000.00 DAVIES WALLIS
£5000.00 GREGSON AND ASHTON
£5000.00 DOOLEY & CO
£30000.00 BAILEYS SHAW &< GILLETT
£5000.00 DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &
WHALLEY
£5000.00 MAXWELL ENTWISTLE S* BYRNE
£5000.00 CANTER LEVIN & BERG
£5000.00 LESLIE HARRIS PRIESTLEY &
FISHER
£5000.00 DAVID IAN ACKLAM
£5000.00 CANTER LEVIN 8* BERG
£5000.00 PAUL ROONEY & CO
£5000.00 PAUL ROONEY & CO
£5000.00 SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
£5000.00 DOOLEY & CO
£5000.00 RUST McKIE 8, Co
£5000.00 BARTLETT & SON
£10000.00 SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
£5000.00 SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
£5000.00 EDWARDS ABRAMS DOHERTY
£5000.00 CAPL.AN GOODMAN & COOTF
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HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED Uth JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE ESTIMATE
SPELLACY ROBERT 444 £1000.00
MRS 445 £1000.00
SPENCE STEVEN ESQ
STANLEY JOHN 430 £5000.00
STEELE PHILIP JOHN 82 £5000.00
STEWART NICOLA 221 £10000.00
BRADLEY 433 £5000.00
STODDART PAUL 416 £5000.00
STONEHOUSE THOMAS 252 £5000.00
STORER CRAIG 587 £5000.00
SULLIVAN MIKE 223
JOHN 222
SUTTON PHILIP 524 £5000.00
TAYLOR 406 £7500.00
RICHARD *DEC'D* 304
P. J. 439
TESTER PAULA 224
THOMAS DAVID LEONARD 83 £20000.00
GLYN 264 £5000.00
ANDREW 305 £5000.00
WILLIAM 494 £5000.00
THOMPSON RICHARD JOSEPH 306 £5000.00
PETER REUBEN 85 £50000.00
STUART PAUL 86 £50000.00
PATRICK JOHN 84 £220000.00
MARTIN 481 £5000.00
KEVIN 450 £5000.00
JOSEPH 492 £5000.00
PATRICK 483 £5000.00
HELEN 484 £5000.00
DEREK 353 £5000.00
TOMLINSON IAN JAMES 225 £1000.00
TOOTLE PETER 87 £10000.00
TRAYNOR MARTIN KEVIN 89 £10000.00
CHRISTOPHER JAMES 88 £ 10000.00
TREES ALAN GERARD 427 £5000.00
TUCKER REGINALD JOSEPH 354 £5000.00
H TI I GI30R0IJGI) DATABASE
UPDATFn I 1 th ,71.11V I9H‘>
REPRESENTATIVE
CAPLAN GOODMAN &< COOTE
CAPLAN GOODMAN & COOTE
DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &,
WHALLEY
COYNES
FANSHAW PORTER &
HAZLEHURST
DOOLEY & CO
MACE & JONES
REX MAKIN
GEFFENS
LINSKILLS
BARTLETT & SON
LAYTON & CO
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
YAFFE JACKSON & OSTRIN
DEACON GOLDREIN GREEN
DAVIES WALLIS
CUFF ROBERTS NORTH KIRK
PAUL WATSON & Co
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
PAUL WATSON & CO
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
MOORE—SEXTON
FLINT HAND
SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
DOOLEY & Co
DOOLEY & Co
MORECROFT DAWSON S*
GARNETTS
CANTER LEVIN & BERG

HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED Uth JULY 1989
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE
TUDOR LES 226
TURNER LINZI 227
TYRELL KEVIN 90
UNSWORTH PHILIP 355
IJNSWORTHY GARY 228
UNWIN MARTIN 307
VERNON IAN 229
WAFER COLIN 91
WALKER LEE 230
RONALD 356
GRANT 486
WALLIS LEIGH 231
WALTON CHRISTOPHER 582
WARBURTON DARREN 232
WARD LAWRENCE IAN 593
SHEILA 592
STANLEY 591
WARMSLEY MICHAEL 233
WARRINGTON DALE 234-
DALE 235
WEBSTER JOHN 236
WESTMORELAND KENNETH 357
WHELAN WAYNE MICHAEL 359
EDWARD 358
IAN DAVID 92
WHITCOMBE GEORGE 253
WHITE PAUL ANTHONY 360
RICHARD 237
ROBERT 589
WHITTLE CHRISTOPHER 308
WILD MARTIN KENNETH 93
WILLIAMS STEPHEN 238
KEVIN DANIEL 94
I AM 523
HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
ESTIMATE REPRESENTATIVE
£5000.00 DAVID MATTHEWS 8* Co
£5000.00 CARTER HODGE
£5000.00 CARTER HODGE
£5000.00 DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS &
WHALLEY
£7500.00 SILVERMAN LIVERMORE
£5000.00 JOHN A BEHN TWYFORD & CO
£5000.00 DAVID PHILLIPS HARRIS 8k
WHALLEY
£5000.00 JOHN A BEHN TWYFORD &< CO
£5000.00 LINSKILLS
£5000.00 HAMILTONS
£5000.00 HAMILTONS
£5000.00 HAMILTONS
£2500.00 R M BROUDIE & CO
£5000.00 CANTER LEVIN & BERG
£5000.00 CANTER LEVIN 8c BERG
£20000.00 COLIN WATSON & Co
£5000.00 REX MAKIN
£5000.00 BRIAN THOMPSON & PARTNERS
£5000.00 CUFF ROBERTS NORTH KIRK
£1500.00 DONALD RACE & NEWTON
£5000.00 LINSKILLS

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KEVIN DANIEL
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HILLSBOROUGH DATABASE
UPDATED 11th JULY 1989
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523 £5000.00
LAST NAME FIRST NAME SUB FILE ESTIMATE
WINDER PETER THOMAS 265 £1000.00
WINDEVER WAYNE 239 £7500.00
WINROW JAMES 240
WINSTON JAMES 241
WOOD ADAM ADRIAN 242 £5000.00
WOODS SYLVIA 361 £5000.00
DAVID 413 £5000.00
ERIC 510 £5000.00
TRUDI 378 £5000.00
WRIGHT ROSS 243
GRAHAM SHAUN 95 £10000.00
STUART ALAN 595 £5000.00
ALAN 594 £5000.00
YATES VALERIE 244
LINSKILLS >
REPRESENTATIVE
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DEACON GOLDREIN GREEN
LINSKILLS
CENTER LEVIN & BERG
BURKE EDWARDS
DOOLEY & CO
DOOLEY & CO
Al I XANDER HARRIS & Co
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