Article 72NWX Jewish community ‘frustrated’ with police over handling of Maccabi Tel Aviv fans ban

Jewish community ‘frustrated’ with police over handling of Maccabi Tel Aviv fans ban

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Neha Gohil Midlands correspondent
from World news | The Guardian on (#72NWX)

West Midlands police face MPs after barring Israeli football team's supporters from match against Aston Villa

West Midlands police did not do themselves any favours" when giving evidence to MPs about a decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans, a Birmingham Jewish leader has said.

The force's chief constable, Craig Guildford, is facing growing calls from MPs and Jewish groups to resign after further details emerged about the circumstances surrounding a ban on away fans attending the Europa League match against Aston Villa at Villa Park on 6 November.

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