Derry City FC announces new match night security measures

Derry City FC has this evening announced new security measures for match nights at the Brandywell. 

A statement from the club read: 

"Following on from a series of recent meetings with our security teams, Derry City FC would like to announce the following measures that will be in place from our next home game on 15 May.

From that date, children under the age of 14 will only be admitted to the stadium accompanied by a parent/guardian.

We would ask that those accompanying children to games ensure that they stay with them throughout the evening.

Due to the Health & Safety risk attached, children will not be permitted to bring footballs into the ground.

Those with Terrace tickets are asked to note that these are only valid for the standing area at the side of the Mark Farren stand. They are not for entry to the Southend Park stand.

Because of that, entry points to the stadium are changing from Monday night on.

Those with Terrace tickets, or tickets for Mark Farren stand will enter via the Lone Moor Road gate.

Anyone who is using the Long Tower Youth Club car park can also use the entry point at the top of the greyhound track to get to the Mark Farren side. Only those with tickets for the Southend Park stand (or media/guests) should use the Ann Street gate or Brandywell Road entrance.

Security and club personnel will be on the various gates and we would ask supporters to work with us on this matter.

Signage will also be in place to direct supporters on entry to the ground.

Finally, the club wishes to ensure our supporters that these steps are being taken to try to enhance the match-night experience for all those attending games.

Your support is invaluable to the club but we have to do everything we can to ensure the safety of everyone."