Transparency
As a public organisation, we are committed to being as transparent in our work as possible.
We are committed to being as open and transparent as possible.
This website provides many details about how we work.
Most importantly, every year we publish details of our performance in our Annual Report and Accounts. As a public body, this is laid in Parliament and sent to all the clubs, local authorities and other bodies with whom we deal.
This section outlines much of the information we have published, as outlined in the Freedom of Information Act.
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Who we are and what we do
SGSA licence
The SGSA licence permits the admittance of fans to a sports ground.
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Governance
We are overseen by a Board, appointed by the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport.
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Role and responsibilities
We are the Government’s advisor on safety at sports grounds and a world leader in safety.
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Annual Report and Accounts
The Annual Report and Accounts sets out how we operate, covering our goals, performance, corporate governance and accounts.
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SGSA licence fee
The SGSA licence fee is paid by football grounds and allows the admittance of spectators.
Learn moreWhat our priorities are and how we are doing
Annual Report and Accounts
The Annual Report and Accounts sets out how we operate, covering our goals, performance, corporate governance and accounts.
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SGSA Strategic Plan 2020-24
Our overall aim for the five year period from 2020-24 is to improve the safety of the sector, both domestically and internationally. Thanks to the
Learn moreOur policies and procedures
SGSA licence
The SGSA licence permits the admittance of fans to a sports ground.
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SGSA policies and procedures
As a public body, we are committed to being open about our policies and procedures.
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All-Seater Policy – Enforcement Approach
Our Enforcement Approach outlines how we will enforce the SGSA licence conditions.
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Oversight and Licensing Policy
The Oversight and Licensing Policy outlines the detail of how we licence grounds.
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SGSA finances
The SGSA is funded through grant-in-aid and income from our advisory services.
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We are overseen by a Board, appointed by the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport.
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Research
We are committed to using data and evidence in our decision making. Our research work helps achieve this.
Learn moreGovernance
We are overseen by a Board, appointed by the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport.
Learn moreFreedom of Information (FoI) requests
For any Freedom of Information requests, please contact: info@sgsa.org.uk.
We will respond to requests within 20 working days, in line with the requirements for public bodies.
The Information Commissioner’s Office provides further details on FoI requests.