Sports minister rejects West Brom request for safe-standing area, West Bromwich Albion
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West Bromwich Albion have described as ‘disappointing’ and ‘short-sighted’ the government’s rejection of their request for a safe-standing area at the Hawthorns
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West Bromwich safe standing proposal rejected by government
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West Bromwich Albion have safe standing proposal rejected by
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West Bromwich safe standing proposal rejected by government
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West Bromwich safe standing proposal rejected by government
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Premier League news: Government reject West Bromwich Albion's
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Premier League calls for 'more evidence' on safe standing before
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