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Confusion over fan attendance at elite sports events in Northern Ireland

Differing statements from political leaders caused uncertainty over whether spectators could attend elite sporting events in Northern Ireland. A letter from the Minister for Communities prohibited attendance, but the First Minister later stated regulations did not ban fans.

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PoliticsConfusion over fan attendance at elite sports events in Northern Ireland

Differing statements from political leaders caused uncertainty over whether spectators could attend elite sporting events in Northern Ireland. A letter from the Minister for Communities prohibited attendance, but the First Minister later stated regulations did not ban fans.

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