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Police raise concerns over football club 'fan zone'

At a glance

  • Police raise concerns over Newcastle United's 'fan zone' plans

  • The shipping container venue would have a capacity of 3,000 and be open all week

  • The development was approved by Newcastle City Council last month

  • Police are worried it will lead to an increase in crime and disorder

  • 3 minutes ago

Police have raised concerns over plans for a football "fan zone" created from shipping containers and located directly outside the club's stadium.

Plans for Newcastle United's Stack development were unanimously approved by Newcastle City Council last month.