Over 2,300 fans must surrender passports ahead of World Cup

More than 2,300 individuals with football banning orders in the UK are required to hand over their passports to police by Tuesday. This measure aims to prevent them from traveling to the World Cup taking place in the USA, Canada, and Mexico this summer. Football banning orders can last up to ten years and are issued for various offenses, including violence, public disorder, and drug-related crimes. The police will hold these passports until after the World Cup final on July 19. Crime and policing minister Sarah Jones emphasized protecting both local communities and genuine fans during the tournament.