Millwall vs West Ham Police Powers, Bermondsey West London 2026

Key Points

• Additional Section 35 dispersal powers have been put in force for the Millwall v West Ham match on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
• The order was in force between 8 am and 8 pm and was made effective in some parts of the Square Mile.
• The order covered the area from Temple and Blackfriars in the west up to Aldgate and Tower Hill in the east.
• The operation was put into effect prior to the first ever Millwall and West Ham match since 2012.
• A second Section 35 dispersal order also applied in the area to the south of the River Thames in the Metropolitan Police operation.
• This was under the police authority to move out people from an area and stop them from reentering the area for a certain period of time where they had been involved in any form of crime, causing disorder or exhibiting anti-social behavior.
• The football match was scheduled to take place at The Den in Bermondsey and was set to start at 12.30 pm.
• “According to the Metropolitan Police, under the Sporting Events Act 1985, people shall not enter or try to enter any football ground while under the influence of alcohol.”
• It was recommended to fans of away team to arrive at the stadium from South Bermondsey Station through London Bridge.
• “According to the police, this route was recommended to minimize disruptions to the general public.”
• The fans of away team were supposed to go to South Bermondsey after the game.
• “The closure of South Bermondsey Station to home fans could last one hour after the game.”
• “People have been advised to make necessary travel plans.”
• The away allocation of West Ham was 1,774 tickets and all of them had already been sold out.
• Supporters without tickets should not try to buy them from unofficial sources.

Bermondsey (West London Times) September 19, 2026 — City of London Police introduced additional Section 35 dispersal powers as part of the policing operation surrounding the Millwall v West Ham fixture at The Den, while the Metropolitan Police put separate dispersal arrangements in place around the match area south of the River Thames. The measures were introduced ahead of the first meeting between the two clubs since 2012, with the match scheduled to take place at The Den at 12.30pm.

According to Samuel Turner, breaking news reporter for London Now, the City of London Police order came into effect at 8am on Saturday, September 19 and was due to remain in place until 8pm. The order covered the Square Mile, extending from Temple and Blackfriars in the west to Aldgate and Tower Hill in the east. City of London Police said the additional powers were being used to assist officers with the policing operation connected with the match.

A Section 35 dispersal order allows officers to tell people to leave an area and not return for a specified period if they are contributing to crime, disorder or anti-social behaviour. City of London Police explained that people whose behaviour was contributing to crime, disorder or anti-social behaviour could be directed to leave the area and prevented from returning for a specified period.

The Metropolitan Police also had a separate Section 35 dispersal order in place for the match area south of the River Thames. Its measures formed part of the wider operation around the fixture in Bermondsey, including arrangements for supporters travelling to and from The Den.

Why were additional police powers introduced for the Millwall v West Ham match?

The additional policing measures were introduced because Millwall and West Ham were meeting for the first time since 2012. London Now, in a report by Samuel Turner, said City of London Police had introduced its Section 35 order to assist with the policing operation around the fixture. The order applied from 8am until 8pm on September 19 and covered the specified area of the Square Mile.

The Metropolitan Police also announced its arrangements ahead of the match. In a statement issued before the fixture, the force said it wanted supporters to enjoy the match safely and had worked with both clubs to help make this possible. The force confirmed that the fixture was scheduled for 12.30pm at The Den.

The policing operation therefore involved measures in several areas affected by the movement of supporters. City of London Police’s dispersal order applied within the Square Mile, while the Metropolitan Police was responsible for the arrangements around the stadium and the wider match area south of the River Thames.

What does a Section 35 dispersal order allow police officers to do?

A Section 35 dispersal order gives police officers powers to direct people to leave a designated area when their presence is contributing to crime, disorder or anti-social behaviour. Officers can also require a person not to return to the area for a specified period.

City of London Police said its order was being used to support the policing operation around the Millwall v West Ham fixture. The force explained that anyone contributing to crime, disorder or anti-social behaviour could be told to leave and not return for a specified period.

The order was temporary and was scheduled to operate from 8am until 8pm on September 19. The Metropolitan Police separately confirmed that a Section 35 dispersal order would also be in place for the match area south of the River Thames.

Which areas were covered by the City of London Police order?

The City of London Police order covered the Square Mile, with the specified area extending from Temple and Blackfriars in the west to Aldgate and Tower Hill in the east. The order was in force from 8am until 8pm on Saturday, September 19.

The geographical area covered by the order meant that the additional police powers extended beyond the immediate location of The Den. The measure was introduced as part of the wider policing operation connected with the movement of people around the fixture.

City of London Police announced the measure before the match and explained the circumstances in which officers could use the Section 35 powers. The force’s stated focus was on people contributing to crime, disorder or anti-social behaviour.

What arrangements did the Metropolitan Police make around The Den?

The Metropolitan Police introduced specific arrangements for supporters travelling to and from The Den. Away ticket holders were directed to access the stadium from South Bermondsey Station via London Bridge, with police saying that the route was intended to reduce disruption to the wider public.

After the match, away supporters were expected to be guided towards South Bermondsey. The Metropolitan Police said South Bermondsey Station could be closed to home supporters for up to an hour following the fixture.

The force advised people travelling in the area to make appropriate travel arrangements and allow additional time for their journeys. The advice applied to supporters and other members of the public who could be affected by the matchday operation.

What did the Metropolitan Police say about intoxicated supporters?

The Metropolitan Police said the Sporting Events Act 1985 means that entering, or attempting to enter, a football ground while intoxicated is prohibited. The force highlighted the legislation as part of its information for supporters attending the fixture.

Police also said a Section 35 dispersal order would be in place for the match area, allowing officers to remove anyone causing disorder. The information formed part of the wider policing arrangements announced ahead of the match.

The police communication also emphasised the importance of supporters following instructions and the arrangements established around the fixture.

How were West Ham supporters expected to travel to the match?

West Ham’s away ticket allocation of 1,774 had sold out ahead of the fixture. Away supporters were directed to access The Den from South Bermondsey Station via London Bridge.

The Metropolitan Police said the designated route was intended to reduce disruption to the wider public. Supporters travelling to the stadium were therefore advised to follow the route provided by police as part of the matchday arrangements.

After the fixture, away supporters were expected to be guided towards South Bermondsey. Police warned that South Bermondsey Station could be closed to home supporters for up to an hour after the match.

The Metropolitan Police advised people travelling through the area to make suitable arrangements and allow extra time for their journeys because of the policing and supporter movement arrangements.

What advice was given to supporters without valid tickets?

Supporters without valid tickets were advised not to try to obtain tickets through unofficial sellers. The advice came after West Ham’s away allocation of 1,774 tickets had sold out.

The warning was relevant to people who did not already hold valid tickets but were considering attempting to obtain admission through unofficial sources. Supporters were advised to avoid such arrangements and follow the official matchday requirements.

The police information formed part of the wider preparations for the fixture, which included arrangements concerning supporter movement, access to the stadium and public safety.

How could the match affect travel around Bermondsey and the City of London?

The policing operation could affect supporters, residents, commuters and other members of the public travelling through areas covered by the measures. In the City of London, the Section 35 order was in force from 8am until 8pm across the specified area between Temple and Blackfriars and Aldgate and Tower Hill.

Around Bermondsey, the Metropolitan Police introduced specific arrangements for supporter movements before and after the match. Away supporters were directed towards South Bermondsey, while the station could be closed to home supporters for up to an hour after the fixture.

The Metropolitan Police advised people travelling in the area to make appropriate travel arrangements and allow additional time for their journeys. This advice was issued because supporter movements and the policing operation could affect normal travel patterns around the match area.

The measures were temporary arrangements connected with the September 19 fixture and were not reported as permanent changes to local transport arrangements.

What did police say about the Millwall v West Ham fixture?

The Metropolitan Police said Millwall FC were due to face West Ham at The Den at 12.30pm on Saturday, September 19. The force noted that it was the first time the two clubs had met since 2012.

The Metropolitan Police said it wanted supporters to enjoy the match safely and had worked with both clubs to help achieve this. The statement was issued ahead of the fixture as part of the force’s communication about its policing operation.

City of London Police separately announced its Section 35 order for the Square Mile. The two forces therefore had separate but connected arrangements covering different areas affected by the match and supporter movements.

What happened to South Bermondsey Station after the match?

The Metropolitan Police said away supporters were likely to be guided towards South Bermondsey after the match. As part of this arrangement, South Bermondsey Station could be closed to home supporters for up to an hour.

The temporary restriction was part of the police operation for managing supporter movements after the fixture. The Metropolitan Police advised members of the public to plan their journeys accordingly and allow additional time. The force’s stated intention was to manage the movement of supporters and reduce disruption to the wider public around the match.

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Background: Why was the Millwall v West Ham fixture significant?

The Millwall v West Ham fixture was the first meeting between the two clubs since 2012, according to the information published by London Now and the Metropolitan Police. The match took place at The Den in Bermondsey and was scheduled for a 12.30pm kick-off on September 19.

Ahead of the fixture, police introduced additional measures covering areas around the stadium and parts of central London. City of London Police introduced a Section 35 dispersal order covering the Square Mile from 8am until 8pm. The area extended from Temple and Blackfriars in the west to Aldgate and Tower Hill in the east. The Metropolitan Police separately put a Section 35 dispersal order in place for the match area south of the River Thames. The force also established arrangements for away supporters travelling to the stadium and for their movement after the match.

Away supporters were directed to access The Den from South Bermondsey Station via London Bridge. Following the match, away supporters were expected to be guided towards South Bermondsey, while police said the station could be closed to home supporters for up to an hour.

The Metropolitan Police also referred to the Sporting Events Act 1985 and said entering or attempting to enter a football ground while intoxicated is prohibited. Supporters without valid tickets were advised not to attempt to obtain tickets through unofficial sellers. The City of London Police order was reported by Samuel Turner, breaking news reporter at London Now, in a report published on September 19.

How could the police arrangements affect supporters, residents and travellers?

For supporters attending the match, the arrangements meant that they needed to follow police directions concerning routes to and from The Den and allow additional time for their journeys. West Ham away supporters were directed towards the stadium through South Bermondsey Station and London Bridge. For people using South Bermondsey Station, the Metropolitan Police said the station could be closed to home supporters for up to an hour after the match. This meant that some passengers could need to consider alternative arrangements or allow additional time for their journeys.

Residents, commuters and other members of the public travelling through the City of London could also encounter police activity connected with the match while the Section 35 order was in force. The order applied from 8am until 8pm on September 19. The effect on individual journeys depended on the route and time of travel. Police advised people travelling through affected areas to plan ahead and allow additional time. The measures described by City of London Police and the Metropolitan Police were temporary arrangements introduced in connection with the September 19 Millwall v West Ham fixture.