# Burnham Pushes for Pitchside Pints | UK News

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Podcast: [UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/uk-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7493829)
Published: 2026-07-06T11:22:05+00:00
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Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester and an Everton fan, is pushing to let football fans drink alcohol from the stands—inspired by rugby matches—challenging a 1985 law designed to curb hooliganism. While some Labour MPs and international examples support relaxing the ban, Prime Minister Keir Starmer opposes it, and police and government officials remain firm, citing safety and tradition. Trials in women’s football and a 2021 governance review have hinted at change, but for now, the ban stands. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5849d41e559635e3

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