Derek Wilson reappointed as SGSA Chair Secretary of State has confirmed a third term for Board Chair. Find out more SGSA Annual Report and Accounts Our Annual Report and Accounts 2025-26 have now been published Further information Sports Grounds Safety Authority 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. Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds (Green Guide) The Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds (Green Guide) is the definitive guide to sports grounds safety. Find out more Regulatory support The SGSA has two regulatory duties: to licence Premier League, EFL and international football grounds, and oversee local authorities in safety certification. Find out more Licensing Local authorities Related content Learn more Training, events and adviceLearn more Learn more Safety managementLearn more Learn more Physical factorsLearn more Document Library We have published numerous guidance documents and supporting information. All can be found in our document library. Learn more Alternative uses of sports grounds Learn more SG01: Safe standing in seated areas Learn more SG03: Event Safety Management Learn more Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds (Green Guide) See the full library News and insights Learn more 7 Sep 2026 Derek Wilson reappointed for a third term as Chair of the SGSASGSA Learn more 14 Aug 2026 Creating and reviewing risk assessmentsSGSA Learn more 8 Jul 2026 Licensed standing in seated areas continues to improve safetysafetySGSA About the SGSA 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. Find out more