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Sports Grounds Safety Authority - SGSA

We have set up a dedicated space to allow people to leave thoughts and message, and to celebrate his life.

Everyone at the SGSA is deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of our colleague Darren Whitehouse.

Tuesday 20 May
Aintree Racecourse, Liverpool

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The SGSA is the UK Government’s advisor on safety at sports grounds and a world leader in safety.

Put simply, our purpose is to ensure sports grounds are safe for everyone.

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The SGSA has two regulatory duties: to licence Premier League, EFL and international football grounds, and oversee local authorities in safety certification.

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The SGSA is the UK Government’s advisor on safety at sports grounds and a world leader in safety. Put simply, our purpose is to ensure sports grounds are safe for everyone.

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