Digital Reporting System for Football Hooligans Tested in Netherlands
The Dutch government has launched an experiment using 'Mini IDs' to track and monitor football hooligans with restraining orders, aiming to combat violence and maintain public safety.
The Dutch government has launched an innovative experiment to combat football hooliganism, introducing “Mini IDs” to track and monitor registered hooligans. This initiative, announced by Justice and Security Minister David van Weel, aims to curb violent behavior and ensure public safety near football stadiums.
The “Mini ID” system will be tested for eight months in three cities: Leeuwarden, Utrecht, and Rotterdam. Registered hooligans with a restraining order will be required to carry these special IDs, which will alert authorities if they are detected near a football stadium. This measure is designed to prevent hooligans from causing trouble and to enable swift intervention by law enforcement.
The Dutch government's move to tackle hooliganism is part of a broader effort to address the issue, which has been a persistent problem in the country. As reported earlier, the government has been exploring various measures to combat hooliganism, including banning away fans from attending matches and introducing stricter penalties for violent behavior.
The Dutch federation have announced that when the referee calls on VAR, spectators in the stadiums will now be able to see the VAR images on the stadium screen in order to better understand the decision taken by the referee..
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Hooligans with restraining orders are required to report to their Mini ID for verification at specific times during a match, using fingerprinting to confirm their identity. This digital check-in allows authorities to monitor whether these individuals are complying with the ban, ensuring public safety.
The convenience of digital reporting is a significant advantage, as it reduces the workload for police and eliminates the need for hooligans to physically report to the station. This experiment, which can include up to 45 participants with restraining orders, aims to streamline the process and prevent potential disturbances.
The introduction of this anti-hooliganism measure was prompted by a violent incident in 2023, when a Dutch Eredivisie match between Ajax and Feyenoord erupted into massive riots. The aftermath saw 15 rioters arrested and the club fined €25,000 by the Dutch FA. Former Justice and Security Minister Dilan Yesilgoz-Zegerius implemented this measure to combat hooliganism and maintain order at football matches.
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