Second dispersal zone extends derby policing

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• West Ham Zone (opens in a new tab) — Reports that the Metropolitan Police have outlined safety measures for Millwall’s meeting with West Ham, including a Section 35 dispersal order and managed supporter access around South Bermondsey station.
• Southwark News (opens in a new tab) — Reports that a Section 35 dispersal order will be in place for Millwall’s Dockers Derby against West Ham United, with police able to disperse people suspected of contributing to anti-social behaviour, crime or disorder.
• Evening Standard (opens in a new tab) — Reports that the Metropolitan Police will deploy around 400 officers for Millwall v West Ham, with a dispersal order and designated supporter travel arrangements introduced amid concerns about fan disorder.
• Claret&Hugh (opens in a new tab) — Argues that a Metropolitan Police dispersal order reflects the tension around Millwall v West Ham, but that Nuno Espírito Santo’s players should be prepared rather than intimidated by the atmosphere at The Den.
• talkSPORT (opens in a new tab) — Reports on Jake Cooper's expectations for the atmosphere at Millwall's upcoming derby with West Ham, alongside details of Metropolitan Police preparations and both clubs' recent league form.
• West Ham Zone (opens in a new tab) — Reports that the Metropolitan Police will deploy 400 officers for West Ham’s Championship visit to Millwall, with the security operation described as unusually large because of anticipated disorder around the derby.
• ESPN.co.uk (opens in a new tab) — Explains the history and heightened security surrounding the 100th meeting between Millwall and West Ham, with both clubs approaching the fixture in contrasting league positions.
• France 24 (opens in a new tab) — Reports heightened policing and enhanced segregation ahead of West Ham's visit to Millwall, with the Metropolitan Police citing potential disorder and the fixture's long-standing rivalry.
• The Independent (opens in a new tab) — Reports that the Metropolitan Police will deploy around 400 officers and use a Section 35 dispersal order for West Ham’s Championship visit to Millwall, with away supporters directed to South Bermondsey station amid concerns about fan disorder.
• Planet Football (opens in a new tab) — Explains that West Ham and Millwall are due to renew their rivalry for the first time since February 2012, with security measures planned around Saturday’s match at The Den.
• Daily Star (opens in a new tab) — Reports that the Metropolitan Police will deploy around 400 officers, use a Section 35 dispersal order and escort West Ham supporters for the September 19 fixture against Millwall at The Den.
• My London (opens in a new tab) — Reports that the Metropolitan Police will use a large Section 35 dispersal zone and deploy around 400 officers for Millwall v West Ham, with away supporters instructed to travel via South Bermondsey station.
• Evening Standard (opens in a new tab) — Reports that the Metropolitan Police and West Ham have told visiting supporters to use South Bermondsey station for the Millwall fixture, amid heightened policing and warnings about potentially misleading messages concerning the station.
• Evening Standard (opens in a new tab) — Explains how West Ham and Millwall’s historic rivalry is being renewed in their 100th meeting, with extensive security measures planned after the disorder surrounding their 2009 League Cup tie.
• Southwark News (opens in a new tab) — Reports that police have imposed a 48-hour dispersal order across parts of south-east London ahead of Millwall’s Saturday meeting with West Ham at The Den, the clubs’ first encounter in 14 years.
• Millwall FC - Official Site (opens in a new tab) — Explains Millwall’s travel, access, ticketing, parking and stadium arrangements for Saturday’s home fixture against West Ham United.
• The Irish Times (opens in a new tab) — Argues that West Ham’s reunion with Millwall after 14 years will be dominated by the rivalry’s history of disorder and a tense atmosphere, despite West Ham’s stronger recent form.
• Millwall FC - Official Site (opens in a new tab) — Explains Millwall's anti-discrimination and matchday safety message ahead of its home fixture against West Ham United, including reporting channels for abuse and missile throwing.
• Daily Star (opens in a new tab) — Reports that City of London Police have introduced a second Section 35 dispersal order ahead of Millwall's Championship fixture against West Ham, following an earlier Metropolitan Police order near The Den.
• The Mirror (opens in a new tab) — Reports that the Metropolitan Police and City of London Police have introduced Section 35 dispersal orders in areas around The Den and the City of London ahead of Millwall's home derby against West Ham.
• News Shopper, London (opens in a new tab) — Reports that City of London Police and the Metropolitan Police have introduced Section 35 dispersal powers and supporter travel measures ahead of Millwall’s home match against West Ham at The Den.
• News Shopper, London (opens in a new tab) — Reports that enhanced stop-and-search powers and dispersal orders have been introduced in London ahead of Millwall v West Ham United, with police issuing safety and travel guidance to supporters.
• Evening Standard (opens in a new tab) — Reports that the Metropolitan Police has deployed about 400 officers and authorised enhanced stop-and-search and dispersal powers ahead of Millwall’s meeting with West Ham, amid concern about potential supporter disorder.
• MailOnline (opens in a new tab) — Reports a hostile reception for West Ham's team bus from Millwall supporters before the London derby, alongside heightened policing and arrests after a reported pre-match fight.
• ESPN.co.uk (opens in a new tab) — Reports that the Metropolitan Police will deploy 400 officers, alongside specialist units and live facial recognition, for Saturday’s Millwall-West Ham Championship clash amid heightened safety concerns.